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Secret Studio: The Emerald Phantom (London)

Published: 8 April 2025

Secret Studio: The Emerald Phantom (London)

It’s hard to compare this to the first game we played at Secret Studio as it’s been a while, and that one was our first. However, The Emerald Phantom is a fun game and still has those lovely little touches that make it part of the Secret Studio experience.

reviewed by Gord Tagged With: London, Team of Two

Live Escape: The Brig (Salisbury)

Published: 2 April 2025

Live Escape: The Brig (Salisbury)

Something a little different Play The Brig escape room in Salisbury at our 14th century venue in The Cross Keys.  This game can be played on its own with up to 5 players or as part of a versus escape experience for 4-11 people. Captured by the East India Trading Company you and your pirate […]

reviewed by Gord Tagged With: Salisbury, Team of Two

Unsolved Mysteries: The Basement (Chatham)

Published: 2 April 2025

Unsolved Mysteries: The Basement (Chatham)

We’d been looking forward to The Basement ever since it opened, and it didn’t disappoint. Ok our time in this game was short, but we loved every minute of it. Was it better than The Cabin? I don’t know. But was it a worthy sequel? Hell yes.

reviewed by Gord Tagged With: Chatham, Team of Two

Hysteria: Citizen Erased (Chatham)

Published: 2 April 2025

Hysteria: Citizen Erased (Chatham)

The team behind Hysteria and Unsolved Mysteries are lovely people and they produce solid games. Citizen Erased is another fun game that gave us a welcome distraction from the real world. Play on a hot day and you may get a tad toasty, but whatever the weather, if you play this game you are sure to have a good time.

reviewed by Gord Tagged With: Chatham, Team of Two

Escape Plymouth: Beanstalk (Plymouth)

Published: 31 March 2025

Escape Plymouth: Beanstalk (Plymouth)

There aren’t many games we have quit on while still having time to solve remaining puzzles, but this is one of them. It left a very sour taste in our mouths and unfortunately, I think reminded us why we don’t usually visit the ‘Escape’ venues. This game promised a lovely fairytale-like word, instead it was like we were in an odd home/office.

reviewed by Gord Tagged With: Plymouth, Team of Two

Radio Nowhere, Case Closed (Edinburgh)

Published: 28 March 2025

Radio Nowhere, Case Closed (Edinburgh)

Radio Nowhere can’t really be classed as an ‘escape room’, or not in my eyes anyway. It has a couple of puzzles but it’s perhaps closer to what I hear Jubensha is – kinda like a live-action whodunnit where the whole purpose is to piece together the information you need. Some people will love it, some probably not so much.

reviewed by Gord Tagged With: Edinburgh, Team of Two

Locked In Edinburgh: Distillery (Edinburgh)

Published: 28 March 2025

Locked In Edinburgh: Distillery (Edinburgh)

The mission with this game is to identify the guilty party, and I can 100% say that we would have failed this without Liz. I am terrible at story but fortunately Liz seemed to know what was going on – phew. Not the most challenging of games but still no less fun. I’m glad we left this game to last as it was nice to finish on a game that was just good clean fun.

reviewed by Gord Tagged With: Edinburgh, Team of Two

Locked In Glasgow: Ghost Hunters (Glasgow)

Published: 26 March 2025

Locked In Glasgow: Ghost Hunters (Glasgow)

This game has so much potential. It’s a big space, with good puzzles and some fun moments, but for me it needed a bit more atmosphere and I feel like they should have pushed harder on the ghostbusters connection (copyright allowing of course).

reviewed by Gord Tagged With: Glasgow, Team of Two

Locked In Glasgow: Doll’s House (Glasgow)

Published: 26 March 2025

Locked In Glasgow: Doll's House (Glasgow)

A creepy experience but certainly not full on horror. The puzzles in Doll’s House, and all the items we found felt like they fitted the theme nicely. Again, nothing ground-breaking from Locked In Glasgow, but still a fun experience and worth playing if you’re in the area.

reviewed by Gord Tagged With: Glasgow, Team of Two

Locked In Glasgow: Glasgow School of Magic (Glasgow)

Published: 26 March 2025

Locked In Glasgow: Glasgow School of Magic (Glasgow)

There’s no getting around it, this would be a good game for beginners or families and probably not overly challenging for enthusiasts. Saying that, it’s still a fun game and it has its moments.

reviewed by Gord Tagged With: Glasgow, Team of Two

Locked In Edinburgh: Space Academy (Edinburgh)

Published: 25 March 2025

Locked In Edinburgh: Space Academy (Edinburgh)

Space Academy was a fun experience with plenty of tech and theatrics to boot. I wouldn’t want to play this in a massive team, but four players would probably be a good number. A solid set, fun puzzles, and a lovely host made for an enjoyable experience for us.

reviewed by Gord Tagged With: Edinburgh, Team of Two

Locked In Edinburgh: The Secret Lab (Edinburgh)

Published: 25 March 2025

Locked In Edinburgh: The Secret Lab (Edinburgh)

The Secret Lab was definitely one of my favourite games that we played in Edinburgh and Glasgow. It was basically just one massive puzzle session. So if you’re looking for a game to occupy a large team, or stretch a smaller one, then this could be the game you are looking for.

reviewed by Gord Tagged With: Edinburgh, Team of Two

Excape: The Vault (Exmouth)

Published: 6 March 2025

Excape Escape Rooms: The Vault (Exmouth)

This game was a surprising hit for us. Perhaps it’s because we went in with low expectations, but the recommendation was a good one and we had fun breaking into yet another vault. Decent set design, an adrenaline filled ending, and lovely hosting made our time in The Vault a fun one.

reviewed by Gord Tagged With: Exmouth, Team of Two

Stuck in the Riddle: Test Run (Huddersfield)

Published: 6 March 2025

Stuck in the Riddle: Test Run (Huddersfield)

The description for this game describes a ‘frantic hour of puzzling’, and that’s exactly what it is. This is a game that will appeal to enthusiasts as the aim is not to get out quickly, but to solve as many puzzles as possible.

reviewed by Gord Tagged With: Huddersfield

Escapable: Outatime (Wakefield)

Published: 30 January 2025

Escapable: Outatime (Wakefield)

If you’re a fan of a certain 1985 film that features a DeLorean, a teen in a red gilet, and a doc, then look no further, you’ve found the room for you. Fun puzzles, a lovely set, and an ending that is one you’re sure to remember for a long time.

reviewed by Gord Tagged With: Wakefield

Escapable: Avast (Wakefield)

Published: 30 January 2025

Escapable: Avast (Wakefield)

Our time in Avast was short, but enjoyable. This is probably the easiest of the games at Escapable but that would make it good for beginners. Even then, I think enthusiasts would still have a good time.

reviewed by Gord Tagged With: Wakefield

Enigma Rooms Wakefield: Escape from Wonderland (Wakefield)

Published: 30 January 2025

Enigma Wakefield: Escape from Wonderland (Wakefield)

Escape from Wonderland is a fun game full of whimsy. Although not overly taxing, the puzzles were enjoyable and satisfying to solve. We were apprehensive about playing at Enigma as it’s part of a (small) chain, but those fears were not warranted and it felt more like an independent venue.

reviewed by Gord Tagged With: Team of Two, Wakefield

The Best Escape Rooms in the UK in 2024

Published: 21 December 2024

Top UK Escape Rooms

For many people December is all about one thing, Christmas. But for those of us who are perhaps a tad addicted to escape rooms we get an early Christmas present each year, the (Top Escape Rooms Project Enthusiast Choice Awards) TERPECAs. If you’re not aware of what the TERPECAs are then you’ve been missing out, […]

reviewed by Gord

Escaparium: Magnifico’s Circus (Montreal)

Published: 18 December 2024

Escaparium: Magnifico’s Circus (Laval)

The word “circus” has become synonymous with the word “spectacle”, and Magnifico’s Circus was certainly spectacular on a level unlike anything I have encountered in an escape room before. I actually have no words to describe just how truly beautiful this game is, and it is something that absolutely must be experienced to believe.

reviewed by Liz Tagged With: Escaparium, Montreal

Escaparium: The Forgotten Cathedral (Montreal)

Published: 18 December 2024

The Forgotten Cathedral: Escaparium (Montreal)

I was going through my notes for this game and the words that seem to be repeated are ‘immersion’, ‘theatrics’ and ‘wow’, and to be honest that would sum up this review perfectly. Just play it, and be amazed.

reviewed by Gord Tagged With: Escaparium, Montreal

Escaparium: Wardrobe for Sale (Montreal)

Published: 18 December 2024

Wardrobe for Sale: Escaparium (Montreal)

Wardrobe for Sale is utterly charming, and as deep as it is whimsical. There is a reason it was named the 7th best game in the world in 2023. And after spending the time investigating it, I will unequivocally say, yes, I would like to buy the wardrobe for sale.

reviewed by Liz Tagged With: Escaparium, Montreal

Escaparium: The Lost Island of the Voodoo Queen (Montreal)

Published: 18 December 2024

The Lost Island of the Voodoo Queen: Escaparium (Montreal)

I love a pirate game, I’m not ashamed to admit that. This could possibly be my favourite pirate game that I’ve ever played. The puzzles, audio, GM, atmosphere and game design all pulled together to create a wonderful experience. Every little detail had been considered and perfected to ensure that nothing felt out of place – even the ending… ESPECIALLY the ending.

reviewed by Gord Tagged With: Escaparium, Montreal

Escape Rooms Cardiff: The Tomb 2 (Cardiff)

Published: 4 December 2024

Escape Rooms Cardiff: The Tomb 2 (Cardiff)

It was a long time ago that we played the precursor to The Tomb 2, The Tomb (original naming), and I’d say this game was an improvement on the first. Great set design, good immersion, and fun puzzles (well all except one)

reviewed by Gord Tagged With: Cardiff, Team of Two, Wales

Escape Rooms Cardiff: The 13th Floor (Cardiff)

Published: 4 December 2024

Escape Rooms Cardiff: The 13th Floor (Cardiff)

If you’re in the mood for a little Tower of Terror nostalgia, this game may just be the one for you. With spot on theming, satisfying puzzles, and just a hint of theatricality, The 13th Floor is another great addition to the games already on offer at Escape Rooms Cardiff

reviewed by Liz Tagged With: Cardiff, Team of Two, Wales

Escapable: The Great Loudini (Wakefield)

Published: 3 December 2024

Escapable: The Great Loudini (Wakefield)

Part magic show, part escape room, The Great Loudini was an experience unlike any other. I’m still utterly baffled by how they managed to do some of the things that they did, and honestly, the only explanation I have is magic.

reviewed by Liz Tagged With: Escapable

Escape Quest: Mr Copplestone’s Curiosity Shoppe (Macclesfield)

Published: 2 December 2024

Escape Quest: Mr Copplestone's Curiosity Shoppe (Macclesfield)

Now we understand what the fuss is about, and we need to plan many more trips to Macclesfield to play their other games as and when they’re open.

reviewed by Gord Tagged With: Escape Quest

Case Closed: The Murder of Max Sinclair (Edinburgh)

Published: 1 December 2024

Case Closed: The Murder of Max Sinclair (Edinburgh)

If I could say one thing about Case Closed and The Murder of Max Sinclair, it’s that this isn’t your usual escape room. But it also isn’t your usual detective investigation either. Whatever it is, it’s 90 minutes of pure fun.

reviewed by Liz Tagged With: Edinburgh, Team of Two

Deadlocked: The Reading Witch (Reading)

Published: 25 October 2024

The Reading Witch: Deadlocked (Reading)

Deadlocked have upped their game and The Reading Witch had that feeling of horror games we’ve played in Athens and Amsterdam. Ok, the space is much smaller but they used it well and the live action element takes it to the next level. I can’t say that this is the scariest horror game in the UK, but is it the best horror escape room in the UK? Possibly.

reviewed by Gord Tagged With: Horror, Reading, Team of Two

Knockout Escape Rooms: Dirty Money (Reading)

Published: 17 October 2024

Knockout Escape Rooms: Dirty Money (Reading)

I’ve visited plenty of laundrettes in my life, but I think this might be the first time I’ve ever actually had fun trying to escape from one. Dirty Money is another excellent addition to the already fantastic games available to play at Knockout, and in Reading in general, especially for fans of a more traditional escape experience

reviewed by Liz Tagged With: Reading, Team of Two

Puzzled: Abandon Ship (Taff’s Well)

Published: 9 September 2024

Puzzled: Abandon Ship (Taff’s Well)

I think Puzzled could be a little hidden gem in the Valleys. We’ll certainly be keeping an eye out and are looking forward to going back to play their new games when they open.

reviewed by Gord Tagged With: Team of Two, Wales

Wake Up!: Questomatica (Amsterdam)

Published: 9 September 2024

Wake Up!: Questomatica (Amsterdam)

Do I regret playing this game? No. Do I regret making it our last game in Amsterdam? Yes. Wake Up! wasn’t a bad game, it just doesn’t stand a chance with the other games on offer. If you’re desperate for a game, or perhaps a warm up game, then it’s not a terrible choice. But for the money, there are better options available.

reviewed by Gord Tagged With: Amsterdam

Logic Locks: The Amsterdam Catacombs (Amsterdam)

Published: 9 September 2024

Logic Locks: The Amsterdam Catacombs (Amsterdam)

The Amsterdam Catacombs was perhaps ahead of its time. And while other experiences have cropped up in recent years, stealing some of its thunder, the fact remains that it is still a fantastic experience that’s worth a visit if you find yourself in Amsterdam

reviewed by Liz Tagged With: Amsterdam, Horror

Escape the Past: The Anatomist (Edinburgh)

Published: 23 August 2024

Escape the Past: The Anatomist (Edinburgh)

The Anatomist is one of those games that you could probably class as a ‘traditional’ escape room. It probably won’t blow you away, but it’s likely to give you a good time and help you feel like you’ve lived some of Edinburgh’s ‘darker’ history. There aren’t a huge amount of games in Edinburgh, but if you’re looking for games to play while you’re in the city, then this isn’t a bad shout.

reviewed by Gord Tagged With: Edinburgh, Team of Two

DarkPark: The End (Zoetermeer)

Published: 16 July 2024

Dark Park: The End (Zoetermeer)

From the beginning, straight through to, well, the end, The End was nothing like what I expected, and delightfully twisty. DarkPark themselves describe The End as a mix of escape room and immersive theatre, and honestly, I can’t think of a better way to describe it

reviewed by Liz Tagged With: Netherlands

Down the Hatch: Molly’s Game (Voorburg)

Published: 12 July 2024

Down the Hatch: Molly's Game (Voorburg)

It’s easy to see why Molly’s Game has received so much praise since its opening: The game is beautiful, there’s really no other way to put it. I found it to be a satisfying fusion of story and puzzles, all wrapped up in an absolutely breath-taking set

reviewed by Liz Tagged With: Netherlands

Mama Bazooka: The Dome (Bunschoten-Spakenburg)

Published: 12 July 2024

Mama Bazooka: The Dome (Bunschoten-Spakenburg)

The best way to describe The Dome would be to call it a spectacle. And I’m inclined to think that’s the reason this game has been considered by escape room enthusiasts to be one of the top three games in the world for the last five years. However, taste is subjective

reviewed by Liz Tagged With: Netherlands

Rock City Escape: Soup Du Jour (Amersfoort)

Published: 12 July 2024

Rock City Escape: Soup Du Jour (Amersfoort)

This game had some great moments, some cool tech, and some entertaining jump scares. But I’m not sure it’s the best that the Netherlands has to offer. We enjoyed the first half of the game, but ended up leaving feeling a bit flat thanks to the second half.

reviewed by Gord Tagged With: Netherlands

Escape Room Junkie: Corpse Inc. (Baarn)

Published: 12 July 2024

Escape Room Junkie: Corpse Inc. (Baarn)

Corpse Inc. is possibly one of the most interactive games that we have played that isn’t a straight up horror experience. Full of both humour and adrenaline, as well as satisfying puzzles and a twisty narrative, it’s a game that’s worth paying a visit to amongst all the other world-class games in the area.

reviewed by Liz Tagged With: Netherlands

Sherlocked: The Architect (Amsterdam)

Published: 3 July 2024

Sherlocked: The Architect (Amsterdam)

The Architect is Sherlocked’s first game, and one of the first games in The Netherlands, having opened its doors in 2014. Despite its age, the game holds up well, with clever puzzles, an intricate storyline, and some truly outstanding “Wow” moments

reviewed by Liz Tagged With: Amsterdam

The Escaporium: Area 51 1/2 (Halifax)

Published: 18 June 2024

The Escaporium: Area 51 1/2 (Halifax)

There’s a reason everyone is talking about The Escaporium in general, and Area 51 ½ in particular, and it’s not just because people love aliens. Area 51 ½ is charming, beautifully designed, and full of puzzle perfection.

reviewed by Liz Tagged With: Halifax, Team of Two

The Escaporium: A Christmas Advent-ure (Halifax)

Published: 18 June 2024

The Escaporium: A Christmas Advent-ure (Halifax)

Normally, we at Review the Room do not mesh well with games themed around the jolly holidays, but Christmas Advent-ure doesn’t feel like your typical Christmas game

reviewed by Liz Tagged With: Halifax

The Escaporium: Operation Moonshine (Halifax)

Published: 4 June 2024

The Escaporium: Operation Moonshine (Halifax)

Operation Moonshine was a lovely game with solid puzzles and a set that felt ‘right’. It’s a game that starts off small but soon opens up into a larger space with an abundance of puzzles.

reviewed by Gord Tagged With: Halifax

The Escaporium: Crux Codicillus (Halifax)

Published: 4 June 2024

The Escaporium: Crux Codicillus (Halifax)

I don’t know what I was expecting from Crux Codicillus (other than crocodiles, which it definitely does not have), but what I got was a thoroughly satisfying who dunnit mystery in an absolutely stunning building.

reviewed by Liz Tagged With: Halifax

The Escaporium: The Haligonian (Halifax)

Published: 4 June 2024

The Escaporium: The Haligonian (Halifax)

Yes, there’s more to Halifax than just the bank and the Haligonian is the perfect place to learn about it while having a great time solving puzzles!

reviewed by Gord Tagged With: Halifax

Prodigy Escape Rooms: The Lost Temple (Exeter)

Published: 17 May 2024

Prodigy Escape Rooms: The Lost Temple (Exeter)

This game is clearly a step-up for Prodigy on set design and the tech they have integrated into the experience. Ok, one or two puzzles annoyed us, but we still enjoyed our time in The Lost Temple, and it was nice to see them make a more challenging game that enthusiasts can get stuck into.

reviewed by Gord Tagged With: Exeter, Team of Two

Escape Room Cottage (Tewkesbury)

Published: 10 May 2024

Escape Room Cottage (Tewkesbury)

Would we recommend the Escape Room Cottage? Yes. 100% yes! If you see a slot where you can get booked in, BOOK IT! We loved our time in the cottage and would love to see more experiences like this opening up.

reviewed by Gord Tagged With: Something Different

Elusion Escape Rooms: Potions and Peril (Southampton)

Published: 9 May 2024

Elusion Escape Rooms: Potions and Peril (Southampton)

Alongside Christmas rooms, Gord and I have a, shall we say, “history” with magic rooms. (We typically crash and burn in spectacular fashion). Potions and Peril was a delightful little exception to that, with fun puzzles and a lovely whimsical feel.

reviewed by Liz Tagged With: Southampton, Team of Two

Elusion Escape Rooms: Cursed Waters (Southampton)

Published: 9 May 2024

Elusion Escape Rooms: Cursed Waters (Southampton)

I enjoyed Cursed Waters. At the start it felt like there was a lot going on but it all came together well and also gave me one of my most enjoyable escape room moments – ok it was short lived, but the joy it brought me for that short period of time will certainly stay with me.

reviewed by Gord Tagged With: Southampton, Team of Two

Elusion Escape Rooms: From Beyond (Southampton)   

Published: 9 May 2024

Elusion Escape Rooms: From Beyond (Southampton)   

I had high hopes for this game because of the Stranger Things connection, and what we found was a lovely crossover between that and The Thing. Good set design, satisfying puzzles, and wonderful music made for a fun time.

reviewed by Gord Tagged With: Southampton, Team of Two

Arcadia Escape Rooms: The Crypt (Fordingbridge)

Published: 9 May 2024

Scream Aloud: The Crypt (Fordingbridge)

This game worked out at just over £4 per minute that we were in it, and if you ignore wasted time then that figure rises closer to £8 per minute. A premium price for an experience that just felt a bit lacking and frustrating.

reviewed by Gord Tagged With: Horror, Live Actor, New Forest

Rhondda Escape Rooms: Strangest Things Experience (Tonypandy)

Published: 3 May 2024

Rhondda Escape Rooms: Strangest Things Experience (Tonypandy)

We’ve played a fair few games that are Stranger Things themed, but very few have gone to quite the level of detail in set design that Rhondda Escape Rooms have. With a detailed set, decent puzzles, and lovely owners, I’m happy to say Strangest Things is  probably one of the most fun things to do in Tonypandy. Would we return to play their other games? Certainly.

reviewed by Liz Tagged With: Team of Two, Wales

Stay in the Dark: Dark Park (Vlaardingen)

Published: 30 April 2024

Stay in the Dark: Dark Park (Vlaardingen)

Stay in the Dark in a word: Unmissable. There aren’t many games that I would replay, but this is one. The more I look back on it, the more I realise how much I enjoyed it. Sadly it’s closing in May 2024 but if you get a chance to play it, you must.

reviewed by Gord Tagged With: Horror, Immersive Experiences, Netherlands

Other World Escapes: Chipshop (Portsmouth)

Published: 30 April 2024

Other World Escapes: Chipshop (Portsmouth)

I would guess this was one of the earlier games by Other World. It’s still a fine game, but perhaps showing its age in places. One or two twists, and a convincing set were ultimately let down by a weak ending.

reviewed by Gord Tagged With: Portsmouth, Team of Two

Other World Escapes: Journey to Xibalba (Portsmouth)

Published: 29 April 2024

Other World Escapes: Journey to Xibalba (Portsmouth)

My favourite theme is a temple, and I’m always excited when a temple game lives up to the possibilities the theme provides of creating a true adventure. Journey to Xibalba does exactly that, and provides (up to) 90 minutes of pure joy.

reviewed by Liz Tagged With: Portsmouth, Team of Two

Trapp’d: The End of the Line (Northampton)

Published: 26 March 2024

Trapp'd: The End of the Line (Northampton)

We’d not had the best luck at this venue, and this game didn’t feel like the best that Trapp’d have to offer. It was worn down and looked very tired in places, and some major tech failures didn’t help us to have the best experience.

reviewed by Gord Tagged With: Northampton, Team of Two

Trapp’d: The Lost Temple of Yumiko (Northampton)

Published: 26 March 2024

Trapp'd: The Lost Temple of Yumiko (Northampton)

Trapp’d can generally be relied upon to deliver consistently decent games (with one or two exceptions), and The Lost Temple of Yumiko fits that bill. Fans of games with a more physical/tactile element will certainly enjoy this one more than others though.

reviewed by Liz

EO Escape Rooms: Scarlet (Sudbury)

Published: 13 March 2024

EO Escape Rooms: Scarlet (Sudbury)

It’s nice to find an original theme for an escape room, and also nice that this girl’s name was not part of a horror experience! Scarlet was a delightful game with some wonderful moments. If I could just arrange that memory wipe, I’d play it again in a heartbeat!

reviewed by Gord Tagged With: Sudbury, Team of Two

EO Escape Rooms: Scary Tale (Sudbury)

Published: 13 March 2024

EO Escape Rooms: Scary Tale (Sudbury)

The thing that makes the games at EO Escape Rooms so great, Scary Tale included, is simply that they’ve done the basics right. This game is everything an escape room should be: cool set, a narrative that ties the set and the puzzles together, and loads of solid content. When you combine those things you get a game that is just, simply, a joy to play.

reviewed by Liz Tagged With: Sudbury, Team of Two

EO Escape Rooms: Karma Club (Sudbury)

Published: 13 March 2024

EO Escape Rooms: Karma Club (Sudbury)

This was one of those games that just seemed to have the perfect flow to it. Everything made sense, everything was a joy, and our short time in Karma Club was possibly the highlight of our day. The world needs more games like this!

reviewed by Gord Tagged With: Sudbury, Team of Two

EO Escape Rooms: Castaway (Sudbury)

Published: 13 March 2024

EO Escape Rooms: Castaway (Sudbury)

Castaway was a delightful game, full of content and lovely moments of nostalgia. But the real star of the show is the set, making us feel like we never wanted to leave!

reviewed by Liz Tagged With: Sudbury, Team of Two

Cluetopia: Chaos at Calamity Mine (Clacton-on-Sea)

Published: 29 February 2024

Cluetopia: Chaos at Calamity Mine (Clacton-on-Sea)

I’d like to think that we’ve played enough escape rooms to know when a room is good even if it doesn’t click with us. Chaos at Calamity Mine is a good game I’m sure of that, but it was just not the game for us.

reviewed by Gord Tagged With: Clacton-on-Sea, Team of Two

Doomsday Escape Rooms: Critical Mass (Colchester)

Published: 29 February 2024

Doomsday Escape Rooms: Critical Mass (Colchester)

If you love a high tech game, you’re likely to love Critical Mass. There were a few things that made me love it a little less than Pathogen, but that could just be me being picky.

reviewed by Liz Tagged With: Colchester, Team of Two

5 Wits: Tomb, Espionage, Deep Space, Drago’s Castle (Syracuse)

Published: 15 February 2024

5 Wits: Tomb, Espionage, Deep Space, Drago's Castle (Syracuse)

If you’re an escape room enthusiast (or an owner) and are fascinated by ways that escape rooms can be run to be pretty much fully automated, then 5 Wits is a must play. Ok, the puzzles got repetitive and annoying at times, and if you were too quick and a team was ahead of you then you’d have to wait. But if you can get over that, then these are interesting games to play.

reviewed by Gord Tagged With: America

Escape City Buffalo: Over the Falls (Buffalo, NY)

Published: 15 February 2024

Escape City Buffalo: Over the Falls (Buffalo, NY)

This is a game to play if you want to see an amazing set. Over the Falls was a visually appealing game and the story, flow was good. We didn’t click with some of the puzzles so felt like we were playing catch up, but somehow we managed to make it out in time.

reviewed by Gord Tagged With: America, Buffalo

Crypto Escape: The Extraction (Newmarket, ON)

Published: 13 February 2024

ROOM NAME: Crypto Escape: The Extraction (Newmarket, ON)

From what I remember The Extraction got the second most votes in the TERPECAs for a game at Crypto Escape and that’s probably fair. We didn’t get on with the puzzles, but the set design and story was pretty impressive. It’s hard to make a game that is perfect for everyone and I’d guess that many people will play this one and love the puzzles – each to their own.

reviewed by Gord Tagged With: Canada

Crypto Escape: Below Zero (Newmarket, ON)

Published: 13 February 2024

Crypto Escape: Below Zero (Newmarket, ON)

Set design was once again superb. Crypto Escape have really mastered the art of building escape rooms. We found the puzzles got a little repetitive at times, but we still enjoyed Below Zero and it’s worth playing just for the tech and the experience.

reviewed by Gord Tagged With: Canada

Crypto Escape: Cursed Temple (Newmarket, ON)

Published: 13 February 2024

Crypto Escape: Cursed Temple (Newmarket, ON)

Although Cursed Temple isn’t as highly decorated with awards as some of the other games at Crypto Escape, this was my favourite of the three games we were able to fit into our visit. Of course, I might be biased thanks to my love of temple raiding games, but I think it had more to do with the solid, satisfying game play, underpinned by a decent storyline.

reviewed by Liz Tagged With: Canada

Hounds Escape: The Acid Bath Murderer Experience (Crawley)

Published: 8 February 2024

Hounds Escape: The Acid Bath Murderer Experience (Crawley)

The Acid Bath Murderer is hard to quantify. Part escape room, part history lesson, and part true crime drama, perhaps the best way to describe it would be to call it an Immersive, Narrative-Driven Puzzletale. Whatever you call it, it’s a perfect combination of puzzles and story, culminating in a new sort of experience that is unlike anything else we’ve encountered so far, and one not to be missed.

reviewed by Liz Tagged With: Crawley, Immersive Experiences, Team of Two

ScreamWorks: The Haunted House (London)

Published: 31 January 2024

ScreamWorks: The Haunted House (London)

The Haunted House was an interesting experience and I think it would be fascinating to see how it is run with the maximum 48 players. One thing that was clear from our experience was that ScreamWorks are constantly experimenting and developing their offering, so there is a good chance that your experience could be slightly different to ours.

reviewed by Gord Tagged With: Horror, London

Next Level Escapes: The Thompsons (Hamilton, ON)

Published: 25 January 2024

Next Level Escapes: The Thompsons (Hamilton, ON)

If you’re a fan of The Simpsons, then The Thompsons could be a winner. We didn’t gel with the puzzles, but that could just be us.

reviewed by Gord Tagged With: Canada

Next Level Escapes: The Graveyard (Hamilton, ON)

Published: 25 January 2024

ROOM NAME: Next Level Escapes: The Graveyard (Hamilton, ON)

The Graveyard was a solid game, with challenging puzzles, an immersive and beautifully designed set, and a good amount of atmosphere. In short, while The Graveyard is unlikely to “wow” enthusiasts, it is a perfect example of what an escape room should be.

reviewed by Liz Tagged With: Canada

The Exit Games FL: Pins and Needles Tattoo Parlor (Clearwater, FL)

Published: 23 January 2024

The Exit Games FL: Pins and Needles Tattoo Parlor (Clearwater, FL)

This review is purposefully cryptic, but believe me when I tell you that the less I say about this game, the better your experience will be. I will, however, say that it is rare to find a game that is as immersive as Pins and Needles is without it being a full on horror experience (and Pins and Needles is not, strictly speaking, one of those.)

reviewed by Liz Tagged With: America, Team of Two

The Exit Games FL: Servants of Sleight (Clearwater, FL)

Published: 23 January 2024

The Exit Games FL: Servants of Sleight (Clearwater, FL)

Ok, I see what all the fuss is about. We loved our time in Servants of Sleight and the less we say about it, the better your experience will be. Just go and play it, it’s a delight.

reviewed by Gord Tagged With: America, Team of Two

Legends Escape Rooms: Moonshine Cabin (Tampa, FL)

Published: 23 January 2024

Legends Escape Rooms: Moonshine Cabin (Tampa, FL)

I knew next to nothing before heading to Legends Escape Rooms, but I was pleasantly surprised. Moonshine Cabin was fun, fair, and filled with some unexpected things. It’s a shame we only had time for one game at Legends, especially if their others are of a similar quality.

reviewed by Liz Tagged With: America, Team of Two

Escape The Cape: Mindhatter (Cape Coral, FL)

Published: 23 January 2024

Escape The Cape: Mindhatter (Cape Coral, FL)

In hindsight, we should have just listened to the reviews. We found our time in MindHatter turned us into the Mad Hatter rather than leaving us in Wonderland. The puzzles were frustrating, and the ending was very flat.

reviewed by Gord Tagged With: America, Team of Two

Outerlife Studios: Scorched (St Petersburg, FL)

Published: 23 January 2024

Outerlife Studios: Scorched (St Petersburg, FL)

Scorched is a decent game that offers everything I expect from an escape room: an enthusiastic host, reasonably immersive set design, and fair, albeit few, puzzles. With the game lacking in content, however, it felt like it was over almost as soon as it began.

reviewed by Liz Tagged With: America, Team of Two

Pier Pressure: Smuggler’s Secret (Brighton)

Published: 17 January 2024

Smuggler's Secret, Pier Pressure (Brighton)

Smugglers Secret was a total joy to play. While we played the Pro Version and found it to be exactly the right balance of challenging and fun, I feel confident in saying that the Family Version would be a perfect introduction to escape rooms for the little ones, and no matter which version you choose, it’s an fantastic activity if you need a break from the beach.

reviewed by Liz Tagged With: Brighton, Team of Two

Escapism Plymouth: Forge (Plymouth)

Published: 17 January 2024

Escapism Plymouth: Forge (Plymouth)

Escapism Plymouth have delivered another solid and satisfying game. With the dynamic difficulty (i.e. extra puzzles) in Forged, this game is a sound choice whether you’re an experienced puzzler, or looking to try your first game.

reviewed by Liz Tagged With: Plymouth, Team of Two

Escapism Plymouth: Wrecked (Plymouth)

Published: 17 January 2024

Escapism Plymouth: Wrecked (Plymouth)

Wrecked was a fun game, with enjoyable puzzles and a good flow. The first games we played as Escapism Plymouth were good, but it looks like they are always looking for ways to improve.

reviewed by Gord Tagged With: Plymouth, Team of Two

clueQuest: Revenge of the Sheep (London)

Published: 4 January 2024

clueQuest: Revenge of the Sheep (London)

Despite being an older game, Revenge of the Sheep is still in very good condition and not showing its age at all. Puzzles were solid, the tech was impressive, and set design was the high standard we’ve come to expect. If you’re looking for escape rooms in London, then clueQuest is always a contender and any of their games are a good choice.

reviewed by Gord Tagged With: London, Team of Two

clueQuest: Plan 52 (London)

Published: 4 January 2024

clueQuest: Plan 52 (London)

Plan 52 is clueQuest’s first game, and while it is no longer anything groundbreaking,  it still holds up as a solid game that is a delight to play, making it enjoyable for enthusiasts and perfect for first time players.

reviewed by Liz Tagged With: London, Team of Two

Escape Rooms Cheltenham: Cheese Robbers (Cheltenham)

Published: 4 January 2024

Escape Rooms Cheltenham: Cheese Robbers (Cheltenham)

Cheese Robbers has a lovely premise and is very family friendly, with bright colours, some entertaining moments, and of course, scalable difficulty. We didn’t click particularly well with the game, but that was possibly more to do with us than the game. Either way, we still had fun stealing the cheese.

reviewed by Liz Tagged With: Cheltenham, Team of Two

Locked in a Room: Parallax (Center Parcs, Longleat)

Published: 3 January 2024

Parallax is a perfectly acceptable game, but I wouldn’t necessarily  recommend enthusiasts playing it at Center Parcs simply due to the price

reviewed by Liz Tagged With: Team of Two

Headlock Escape Rooms: Rise of the Fungi (Play at Home)

Published: 21 December 2023

Headlock Escape Rooms: Rise of the Fungi (Play at Home)

The original was great, but this was greater. Rise of the Fungi is 100% a must-play game. I use the word ‘game’ but this is an experience if there ever was one, and it transcends puzzles and escape rooms.

reviewed by Gord Tagged With: Live Avatar, Play at Home

Exit60: Redbeard’s Revenge (Newport)

Published: 14 December 2023

Exit60: Redbeard's Revenge (Newport)

Redbeard’s Revenge is jam packed full of puzzles,  and is just plain fun. Despite the vast amount of content, the game is family friendly and totally appropriate, and achievable, for puzzlers of all abilities, from escape room enthusiasts to the total newbie.

reviewed by Liz

Crafty Maze: Elf Assembly (Play at Home) 

Published: 7 December 2023

Crafty Maze: Elf Assembly (Play at Home) 

This feels like an expensive game, but actually it’s decent value considering all it comes with and the entertainment it gives. These crackers would be a great addition to any Christmas table (or Thanksgiving for that matter) and our team of four experienced puzzlers were pleasantly surprised by how fun this game was.

reviewed by Gord Tagged With: Escape Boxes, Play at Home

Post Curious: The Morrison Game Factory (Play at Home)

Published: 27 November 2023

Post Curious: The Morrison Game Factory (Play at Home)

The Morrison Game Factory is beautifully crafted, and completely charming. If you’re on the fence about whether or not you need another puzzle game, the answer is unequivocally “Yes.”

reviewed by Liz Tagged With: Play at Home

Sherlocked: The Alchemist (Amsterdam)

Published: 8 November 2023

Sherlocked: The Alchemist (Amsterdam)

This is one of those games where you will play and then want to play again just to go back and see what you missed. Every single item in this game has been hand-crafted for the world they have created and the attention to detail is incredible

reviewed by Gord Tagged With: Amsterdam

Museum of Intrigue (Syracuse, NY, USA)

Published: 31 October 2023

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I am not sure I’ve ever had this much fun at the mall, not even when I was 5. If you’re looking for something a little bit different, but totally fantastic, to do in Syracuse, you should look no further than The Museum of Intrigue.

reviewed by Liz Tagged With: America, Immersive Experiences

The Real Escape: The Western Job (Portsmouth)

Published: 9 October 2023

The Real Escape: The Western Job (Portsmouth)

I can see why people praise this game. It’s got good set design and the puzzles all make sense. The little ‘extra’ at the end also gives enthusiasts something to aim for, and I’m sure this would be a hit for players of all ages.

reviewed by Gord Tagged With: Portsmouth, Team of Two

Clue Cracker: Mega Bite (Tunbridge Wells)

Published: 7 September 2023

Clue Cracker: Mega Bite (Tunbridge Wells)

Clue Cracker keep pushing themselves with each game they release. Grab the family, grab your friends, grab a random person off the street – whoever you play this game with, you’ll have fun – guaranteed.

reviewed by Gord Tagged With: Team of Two, Tunbridge Wells

Diorama Games: The Medusa Report (Play at Home)

Published: 23 May 2023

Diorama Games: The Medusa Report (Play at Home)

The Medusa Report is one of those games that feels chaotic at the start, then as you progress it comes together to form a beautiful harmony. The documents blur the lines of what’s real and what’s fantasy, and it’s really rather impressive how much puzzling can fit into one box!

reviewed by Gord Tagged With: Escape Boxes, Play at Home

The Lift Escape Rooms: The Lift Shaft (Brighton)

Published: 13 May 2023

The Lift Escape Rooms: The Lift Shaft (Brighton)

If you’re  looking for a hardcore puzzling session in Brighton, this probably isn’t the game for you. However, if you’re looking for a space filler, a warm up, or an introduction to escape rooms, then this certainly would fit the bill.

reviewed by Gord Tagged With: Brighton, Team of Two

Escape Reading: The Ram Raid (Reading)

Published: 26 April 2023

Escape Reading: The Ram Raid (Reading)

I can see why Ram Raid is an enthusiast’s favourite. There is a lot to do in this game, but you don’t have to do it all to be successful. This game will likely keep you locked up for most of the 60 minutes, and you’ll be non-stop running around solving some quality puzzles.

reviewed by Gord Tagged With: Reading, Team of Two

Escape Reading: Kidnapped (Reading)

Published: 26 April 2023

Escape Reading: Kidnapped (Reading)

I’d probably class this as quite a traditional escape room, with some traditional but satisfying puzzles. It starts off dark but soon lightens up and becomes a fun place to explore.

reviewed by Gord Tagged With: Reading, Team of Two

Escape Reading: The Vampire Slayers (Reading)

Published: 26 April 2023

Escape Reading: The Vampire Slayers (Reading)

This wasn’t the hardest or scariest of games, but all the puzzles clicked and we flew through it. Probably not a challenging room for experienced players, but it was a solid and fun game that we were glad to have played

reviewed by Gord Tagged With: Reading, Team of Two

Exit60: Banged Up (Newport)

Published: 29 March 2023

Exit 60: Banged Up (Newport)

Despite being a very much ‘done’ theme, Banged Up managed to avoid a lot of the clichés and provided just the right level of whimsy for some good light-hearted fun. We weren’t in this game for a long time (completed it in less than 25 minutes), but we will remember our time fondly.

reviewed by Gord Tagged With: Newport, Team of Two

Hourglass Escapes: The Road to Innsmouth (Play at Home)

Published: 17 March 2023

Hourglass Escapes: The Road to Innsmouth (Play at Home)

The Road to Innsmouth felt like it squeezed a lot into a Telescape game. Ok there were cut scenes and videos etc, but it still managed to keep us occupied for over two hours, so if you’re looking for an evening’s entertainment then this could be a good shout.

reviewed by Gord Tagged With: Play at Home, Purely Online

Way Out: Ice Tiki (Athens)

Published: 14 March 2023

Way Out: Ice Tiki (Athens)

I would love to play Ice Tiki again, even though we know how to solve the puzzles, the experience was just amazing. The time we spent in this game was like one big party and it was the perfect end to our holiday. Please please please can we get more games like this in the world!

reviewed by Gord Tagged With: Athens

G-Factor Group: The 7 Mysteries of Pharaoh (Athens)

Published: 14 March 2023

G-Factor Group: The 7 Mysteries of Pharaoh (Athens)

We played this game on a whim and we’re glad we did. There was nothing mind-blowingly special about it, but it had fun puzzles, some cool tech, and a clear ending – although that ending could easily be improved with just a few minor tweaks.

reviewed by Gord Tagged With: Athens, Team of Two

G-Factor Group: Freedom for Sale (Athens)

Published: 14 March 2023

G-Factor Group: Freedom for Sale (Athens)

I’m not a huge fan of prison rooms in general but this one felt just a bit too rough around the edges. We spent more time being frustrated and lost in this room than we did having fun. It’s nice it is available in English now, but it’s not one that we’d recommend to others.

reviewed by Gord Tagged With: Athens, Team of Two

G-Factor Group: Through the Mirror (Athens)

Published: 14 March 2023

G-Factor Group: Through the Mirror (Athens)

This game was a surprise of our Athens trip. I wasn’t expecting much, but, thanks to its original set and puzzles, it was a joy to play. I would have liked there to have been more to it or perhaps a stronger ending, but this game just went back to the main reason we play escape rooms: fun.

reviewed by Gord Tagged With: Athens, Team of Two

Coven Escape: Woman In Black (Athens)

Published: 10 March 2023

Coven Escape: Woman In Black (Athens)

I feel bad for Woman in Black as we played it the day after we had played Chapel and Catacombs so it perhaps didn’t wow us as much as it really should have. But it in its own right, it is still an incredible game with a huge set that I really enjoyed.

reviewed by Gord Tagged With: Athens

The Art of Escape: Lilipout (Athens)

Published: 10 March 2023

The Art of Escape: Lilipout (Athens)

We really wanted to like this game, but instead it was our least favourite game of all the ones we played in Athens. It had potential thanks to the fun set design, but due to poor puzzles and a lack of signposting it is not a game we’ll be recommending anytime soon.

reviewed by Gord Tagged With: Athens

Lockhill: The Sanitorium (Midnight mode) (Athens)

Published: 10 March 2023

Lockhill: The Sanitorium (Midnight mode) (Athens)

This entire experience truly felt like we were in a live adaptation of a Resident Evil or Silent Hill video game. It. Was. Incredible.

reviewed by Gord Tagged With: Athens, Horror

Lockhill: Chapel and Catacombs (Athens)

Published: 1 March 2023

Lockhill: Chapel and Catacombs (Athens)

In a city full of world-class escape rooms, Chapel and Catacombs stands out and was nothing short of incredible. I guess there’s a reason why it’s currently ranked by enthusiasts as the #1 game in the world. While I hate to add to the hype if I were asked, “What should I play in Athens if I only have time for one game?” There is no question, it would be this one.

reviewed by Liz Tagged With: Athens, Horror

Station 33: Wake Up (Athens)

Published: 23 February 2023

Station 33: Wake Up (Athens)

Wake Up was a visually impressive experience and I can see why horror aficionados love it. I think we had been spoiled by other experiences so this one didn’t grip us as much as it possibly should have, but it is still a game we will likely never forget.

reviewed by Gord Tagged With: Athens

Exit Plan: The Dark Side of the Elements (Athens)

Published: 23 February 2023

Exit Plan: The Dark Side of the Elements (Athens)

I think if this game was in the UK it would probably be more impressive, but it’s surrounded by world class games in Athens so it’s likely a little overshadowed. We had a good time playing The Dark Side of the Elements and I fell in love with the ceiling and some of the cool tech they used.

reviewed by Gord Tagged With: Athens

No Exit: El Exorcista (Athens)

Published: 16 February 2023

No Exit: El Exorcista (Athens)

I have never experienced anything quite like El Exorcista, and I think that goes for the rest of the team as well. We were, quite literally, dropped into the middle of The Exorcist and I have never felt more immersed in a game

reviewed by Liz Tagged With: Athens, Horror

Escapepolis: The Butcher Resurrection (Athens)

Published: 16 February 2023

Escapepolis: The Butcher Resurrection (Athens)

This game felt like more of a traditional live actor horror escape room rather than some of the others we played, and that’s not a bad thing. The puzzles were solid, the story was good, and the set was suitably terrifying

reviewed by Gord Tagged With: Athens

Escapepolis: Cosmos 05 Death in Space (Athens)

Published: 16 February 2023

Escapepolis: Cosmos 05 Death in Space (Athens)

We really wanted to love this game, and in a way we did. We loved the tech, we just found the gameplay to be a bit lacking and we ended up more frustrated than anything else

reviewed by Gord Tagged With: Athens

Paradox Project: The Music Academy (Athens)

Published: 7 February 2023

Paradox Project: The Music Academy (Athens)

The Music Academy is one of those games that keeps on going. When we thought we were done, there was more puzzling to be done! We haven’t played many three hour games, but Paradox Project are surely the masters of this domain, what an experience!

reviewed by Gord Tagged With: Athens

Paradox Project: The Bookstore (Athens)

Published: 7 February 2023

Paradox Project: The Bookstore (Athens)

If you want a short review, then I’ll simply say The Bookstore is a beautiful game. The puzzles are perfect, the narrative is interesting, twisty, and ever present, and it’s all housed in a beautifully designed, quirky space. Athens may be known as a destination for excellent horror games, but those certainly aren’t the only excellent games you’ll find here.

reviewed by Liz Tagged With: Athens

Paradox Project: The Mansion (Athens)

Published: 7 February 2023

Paradox Project: The Mansion (Athens)

While the sequel to The Mansion is more highly thought of, it would be wrong to skip this game in favour of only playing the second. The Mansion in its own right is a well-thought-out, fun game with a strong narrative, and an immense number of surprising and satisfying puzzles.

reviewed by Liz Tagged With: Athens

The Detective Society: Family Adventures (Play at Home)

Published: 31 January 2023

The Detective Society: Family Adventures (Play at Home)

If you’re looking for a gentle introduction to get your family interested in play at home escape rooms, then look no further. The Detective Society: Family Adventures, is the perfect game for family games night and I really do hope they produce more games like this.

reviewed by Gord Tagged With: Escape Boxes, Just for Kids, Play at Home

Escapism: Radioactive (Plymouth)

Published: 17 January 2023

Escapism: Radioactive (Plymouth)

The puzzles in this game really clicked with us, and we quite enjoyed the theming too. It’s nice to play a room that perhaps has a darker side without being a physically dark room. More rooms with decent lighting, please.

reviewed by Gord Tagged With: Plymouth, Team of Two

Escapism: Breadcrumbs (Plymouth)

Published: 17 January 2023

Escapism: Breadcrumbs (Plymouth)

This is classed as the easiest game at this venue, and it may be, but I’m not sure. It was a fun game with cute set design. Ignoring the slightly dark undertones of the story, I could see this game being a family favourite.

reviewed by Gord Tagged With: Plymouth, Split Start, Team of Two

Escapism: Legacy (Plymouth)

Published: 17 January 2023

Escapism: Legacy (Plymouth)

Not the hardest of games, but we had a good time in Legacy. The puzzles ranged in difficulty and type and the openness of the game allowed us to split up and do our own thing. A good first game to start off our Escapism Plymouth binge day.

reviewed by Gord Tagged With: Plymouth, Team of Two

Escapism: The Missing (Plymouth)

Published: 5 January 2023

Escapism: The Missing (Plymouth)

The Missing is the epitome of “Classic Escape Room.” The set build is decent, with fun and engaging puzzles that are sure to delight those new to escape games, and please seasoned enthusiasts.

reviewed by Liz Tagged With: Plymouth, Team of Two

Escape from the Room: The Mixed up Mind of Mr Crabheal (Epsom)

Published: 1 January 2023

Escape from the Room: The Mixed up Mind of Mr Crabheal (Epsom)

Escape from the Room have created a game here that should be enjoyed by not only the general public, but also enthusiasts, which is not always an easy feat. It’s great to see a growing trend where escape rooms are designed to keep you in the game for as close to 60 minutes as possible.

reviewed by Gord Tagged With: Epsom, London, Team of Two

Cornwall’s Great Escape Rooms: Fractured Fairytales (Helston)

Published: 1 January 2023

Cornwall's Great Escape Rooms: Fractured Fairytales (Helston)

This game is arguably on the easier side and experienced teams will likely fly through it. But as a stop-over game, or a family game, it’s probably set just right. The set design was lovely, the puzzles made sense, and it made for a fun (albeit short) experience.

reviewed by Gord Tagged With: Cornwall

Escape Time: Prison X (St Ives)

Published: 1 January 2023

Escape Time: Prison X (St Ives)

Prison X was pretty much your standard prison escape type of game, but with a slight twist at the end – oh and a washing machine, because, why not? If you’re in St Ives and looking for a game to play, then this more traditional style escape room could help you escape the busy streets below

reviewed by Gord Tagged With: Cornwall

Cornwall’s Great Escape Rooms: The Family Business (Newlyn)

Published: 14 December 2022

Cornwall's Great Escape Rooms: The Family Business (Newlyn)

This room is probably ok for the market it is intended for, and most people will probably love it. For some reason it just didn’t click with us and I’m not sure why

reviewed by Gord Tagged With: Cornwall, Team of Two

Cornwall’s Great Escape Rooms: The Secrets aboard the Jolly Roger (Newlyn)

Published: 14 December 2022

Cornwall's Great Escape Rooms: The Secrets aboard the Jolly Roger (Newlyn)

You can’t come to Cornwall and not play a pirate themed escape room. We found the Secrets aboard the Jolly Roger, and had a good time doing it. The room won’t wow you, but it was an enjoyable time and most of the puzzles were fair and enjoyable to solve.

reviewed by Gord Tagged With: Cornwall, Team of Two

Dreadlock Escape Rooms: Detention (Bodmin)

Published: 14 December 2022

Dreadlock Escape Rooms: Detention (Bodmin)

Considering the theme was ‘Detention’, I can’t quite work out why, but this game was a delight. The puzzles were well thought out and the game flowed well. I think it helped that the room felt quite new and clean, but this game has cemented the fact that I think Dreadlock may be our favourite venue in Cornwall.

reviewed by Gord Tagged With: Bodmin, Cornwall, Team of Two

Reynard’s Adventures: Temple of the Volcano God (Taunton)

Published: 2 December 2022

Reynard's Adventures: Temple of the Volcano God (Taunton)

This is a game that is sure to turn beginners into enthusiasts. The set design was beautiful and the puzzles were not the most challenging, but were fun. 

reviewed by Gord Tagged With: Taunton, Team of Two

Prodigy Escapes: The Haunting of Mount Clifton Manor (Exeter)

Published: 17 November 2022

Prodigy Escapes: The Haunting of Mount Clifton Manor (Exeter)

Thanks to the excellent puzzle flow and creepy ambiance, I thoroughly enjoyed The Haunting of Mount Clifton Manor, but what makes it even more impressive is that it is the company’s first game. I’m looking forward to seeing what Prodigy Escapes do next (particularly as it’s rumoured to be my favourite theme.)

reviewed by Liz Tagged With: Exeter, Team of Two

Prodigy Escapes: Mission Impawsible (Exeter)

Published: 17 November 2022

Prodigy Escapes: Mission Impawsible (Exeter)

There’s no point avoiding it, this is a game designed for beginners and it shows. As enthusiasts we weren’t challenged in this game but we still enjoyed it. If you’re looking for a game to try and convince friends (or family) that they really should play an escape room – this is the game you want

reviewed by Gord Tagged With: Exeter, Team of Two

Red House Mysteries: The Danziger Experiment (Exeter)

Published: 17 November 2022

Red House Mysteries: The Danziger Experiment (Exeter)

This wasn’t a bad game, and in places it was fun. Unfortunately the one GM for two games decision is what let our experience down. I understand that this is probably due to financial reasons but we’re yet to play at a company who runs this way and offers a better experience than one GM for one game.

reviewed by Gord Tagged With: Exeter, Team of Two

TimeTrap: Curiouser and Curiouser (Reading)

Published: 11 November 2022

TimeTrap: Curiouser and Curiouser (Reading)

Another example of a beautifully assembled game by TimeTrap that was a joy to play. The puzzles were great and on theme, and the room itself was wonderful to interact with. Don’t worry if you didn’t play the prequel to this game, you’ll still have a great time.

reviewed by Gord Tagged With: Reading, Team of Two

Escape Reading: Age of Magic (Reading)

Published: 3 November 2022

Escape Reading: Age of Magic (Reading)

Age of Magic almost certainly wins the prize for most beautifully themed magic room I’ve played thus far. On top of that, the puzzles were solid, making the entire experience simply enchanting.

reviewed by Liz Tagged With: Reading, Team of Two

The Panic Room: Hell House (Gravesend)

Published: 3 November 2022

The Panic Room: Hell House (Gravesend)

Hell House is possibly The Panic Room’s most ambitious project to date, and it is quite a sight to behold. If you’re planning a visit to Gravesend, I would add Hell House to the “Not To Be Missed” list.

reviewed by Liz Tagged With: Gravesend, Horror, Kent

The Panic Room: Riddled (Gravesend)

Published: 3 November 2022

The Panic Room: Riddled (Gravesend)

If you’re looking for a game for stag/hen dos, this is it. This game obviously has a target market and I imagine it does really quite well for that market, I’m not sure what enthusiasts will think about it, but credit to Panic Room for doing something different.

reviewed by Gord Tagged With: Gravesend, Kent

Mythologic: Mr. Todd’s (Gillingham)

Published: 28 October 2022

Mythologic: Mr. Todd's (Gillingham)

My favourite Sondheim musical is Sweeney Todd, so of course, my nerdy little musical-loving heart was in heaven in Mr Todd’s. The set was beautiful, the puzzles pleasing, and the story stuck very closely to the one I know very well, making this game a delight to play.

reviewed by Liz Tagged With: Gillingham, Kent

Mythologic: Needlenose (Gillingham)

Published: 28 October 2022

Mythologic: Needlenose (Gillingham)

I’m not normally a huge fan of horror/live-actor escape rooms as they seem to just be dark for the sake of it, but Needlenose was good fun and had a good sense of adventure. In terms of set design and build, it felt like a step up from their earlier games and I’d imagine this is a very popular game around the scary season!

reviewed by Gord Tagged With: Gillingham, Kent

Ctrl Alt Esc: Quick-E-Mart (Margate)

Published: 26 October 2022

Ctrl Alt Esc: Quick-E-Mart (Margate)

We enjoyed our time in the Quick-E-Mart, but it just felt a bit short. We were an experienced team, but for a 90 minute game, we didn’t expect to get out in less than 40 minutes. The experience was fun, just a little too short lived and left us wanting a few extra puzzles to bulk it out.

reviewed by Gord Tagged With: Kent, Margate

Eureka Escape: Cabin Fever (Penzance)

Published: 26 October 2022

Eureka Escapes: Cabin Fever (Penzance)

This game feels like it was made for the surroundings it is in. It won’t wow you, but nothing felt out of place. Puzzle wise there was nothing too complex, although we found one of the search puzzles a bit sneaky, and another puzzle had too many options and made it too easy to get distracted.

reviewed by Gord Tagged With: Penzance, Team of Two

Eureka Escape: Death by Prescription (Penzance) 

Published: 26 October 2022

Eureka Escapes: Death by Prescription (Penzance) 

Of the two games we played at Eureka Escapes, Death by Prescription was my preferred. There were a number of satisfying puzzles, and very little ambiguity which can sometimes lead to frustration in escape rooms.

reviewed by Liz Tagged With: Penzance, Team of Two

Chronos One Escape Rooms: Temple of the Forbidden Idol (Eltham)

Published: 3 October 2022

Eltham Escapes: Temple of the Forbidden Idol (Eltham)

I enjoyed Eltham Escape’s previous temple themed game, but The Temple of the Forbidden Idol has definitely surpassed its predecessor. The Temple of the Forbidden Idol was filled with satisfyingly chunky and tactile puzzles, and just enough adventure to thrill my temple loving heart

reviewed by Liz Tagged With: London, Team of Two

Chronos One Escape Rooms: Return to Neverland (Eltham)

Published: 3 October 2022

Eltham Escapes: Return to Neverland (Eltham)

This game was a joy to play and was beautifully put together. The puzzles were fun and the game had a little bit of magic that made it a wonderful space to be. If you’re a fan of the Disney experience, get booked in!

reviewed by Gord Tagged With: London, Team of Two

Chronos One Escape Rooms: Nightmare on Ripper Street (Eltham)

Published: 3 October 2022

Eltham Escapes: Nightmare on Ripper Street (Eltham)

The story felt like it was missing something in this game, but the set design was spot on. Some questionable tech as well as some sneaky searching left us feeling a bit confused at times, and like we were guessing more than solving things.

reviewed by Gord Tagged With: London, Team of Two

Unsolved Mysteries: The Cabin (Chatham)

Published: 29 September 2022

Unsolved Mysteries: The Cabin (Chatham)

Unsolved Mysteries have raised the bar for what I expect from an escape room with The Cabin. With satisfying puzzles and a surprising human element, The Cabin managed to be infinitely more immersive than a simple “serial killer” themed game

reviewed by Liz Tagged With: Chatham, Kent, Live Actor

The Escapement: Atlantis (Broadstairs)

Published: 20 September 2022

The Escapement: Atlantis (Broadstairs)

Atlantis ticked every box on my “Perfect Escape Room” list and then proceeded to blow my already high expectations out of the water (pun intended). In fact, I may even have new tick boxes to add to the list after our visit to Broadstairs. Honestly, if I were to pick a favourite game in the UK (possibly on the planet), it’s currently in Broadstairs.

reviewed by Liz Tagged With: Broadstairs, Kent

The Escapement: Captcha Code (Broadstairs)

Published: 20 September 2022

The Escapement Broadstairs: Captcha Code (Broadstairs)

Captcha Code is a brilliant way to spend an hour or two exploring the charming town of Broadstairs, and slots perfectly into the interconnected narratives of The Network and WunderWaffe Operation Quartz. But more than that, it is an exceedingly clever, and exciting game full of delightful surprises and pleasing puzzles.

reviewed by Liz Tagged With: Broadstairs, Outdoor Game

Phantom Peak (London)

Published: 10 September 2022

Phantom Peak (London)

Phantom Peak is a wacky place that has a strange obsession with Platypuses, and it works. The cool Wild West Steampunk vibe, cool machines, great cast, and obscure missions all come together to form the perfect family/friend/work/romantic experience. We didn’t know what to expect, but we will be back, and probably more than once. We’ve now got a new favourite attraction in London.

reviewed by Gord Tagged With: Immersive Experiences, London

The Escapement: WunderWaffe Operation Quartz (Broadstairs)

Published: 31 August 2022

The Escapement: WunderWaffe Operation Quartz (Broadstairs)

This game was a long time in the making, but I’m pleased to report that the wait was 100% worth it. The Escapement have created a game here that will surely go to the top of people’s ‘Top 10’ lists, we need to rejig ours, as this is firmly up there for sure.

reviewed by Gord Tagged With: Broadstairs, Kent

The Panic Room: The Happy Institute (Gravesend)

Published: 26 August 2022

The Panic Room: The Happy Institute (Gravesend)

We left it a long time before playing this game, and we shouldn’t have. The puzzles were logical and fair, our GM was great, and we had a very ‘Happy’ time in this Institute.

reviewed by Gord Tagged With: Gravesend, Live Actor, Team of Two

Escape Rooms Cardiff: Astro Quest (Cardiff)

Published: 8 August 2022

Escape Rooms Cardiff: Astro Quest (Cardiff)

Astro Quest is the rebirth of Press Start – and it works. The puzzles were much more enjoyable, the story made more sense, and the set dressing was good. It feels like this game now has something for everyone and it’s sure to be a much more enjoyable experience (once one puzzle is tweaked).

reviewed by Gord Tagged With: Cardiff, Team of Two

Hounds Escape: Explorer’s Diary (Crawley)

Published: 1 August 2022

Hounds Escape: Explorer's Diary (Crawley)

I’ll admit, I am somewhat biased, being totally and automatically in love with almost any game that gives me an opportunity to live out my Indiana Jones fantasies, but Explorer’s Diary is about as close to perfect as a game could get. Beautifully designed, both aesthetically and in terms of game play, this game was a joy to play, and my new favourite at Hounds Escape. Not only is it not to be missed if you’re in the area, but it’s worth making a special trip for.

reviewed by Liz Tagged With: Crawley, Team of Two

Mindworks: Smuggler’s Ruin (Worthing)

Published: 29 July 2022

Mindworks: Smuggler's Ruin (Worthing)

Everyone knows Brighton has great escape rooms, but if you’re in the area then it’s definitely worth stopping by Worthing. MindWorks surprised me with the quality of this game, and it was a lovely way to end a day of quality games.

reviewed by Gord Tagged With: Team of Two, Worthing

Pier Pressure: Modrophenia (Brighton)

Published: 27 July 2022

Pier Pressure: Modrophenia (Brighton)

There’s a reason Pier Pressure are so well thought of amongst escape room enthusiasts, and Modrophenia highlights all of those things. Funky sets, perfect puzzles, and an immersive atmosphere, you can’t go wrong with any of the games here, but Modrophenia is one not to miss.

reviewed by Liz Tagged With: Brighton, Team of Two

Pier Pressure: Loot The Lanes (Brighton)

Published: 27 July 2022

Pier Pressure: Loot The Lanes (Brighton)

Loot the Lanes contains a real sense of awe that is often lacking in escape rooms and is a true testament to the team at Pier Pressure. Everything about this game is first rate and I can easily see why this game is consistently rated as the best, or one of the best in the UK. It’s a must play.

reviewed by Gord Tagged With: Brighton, Team of Two

Mansion of Mystery: The Time Machine (Pembrokeshire)

Published: 26 July 2022

Mansion of Mystery: The Time Machine (Pembrokeshire)

Mansion of Mystery’s Time Machine was a highlight of our recent break in the south west of Wales, and it wasn’t just because of the Owl Garden and Zoo located within the grounds of Picton Castle. The Time Machine was a joy to play, and well worth including on your itinerary if you happen to find yourself in Pembrokeshire.

reviewed by Liz Tagged With: Team of Two, Wales

The Escape Game Carmarthen: Oubliette (Carmarthen)

Published: 26 July 2022

The Escape Game Carmarthen: Oubliette (Carmarthen)

This room was a let down for us thanks to an unfair placement of a handcuff key, and this really tainted our experience. The set design was decent for the most part, although the final ‘reveal’ was pretty much apparent from the start which was a shame.

reviewed by Gord Tagged With: Carmarthen, Team of Two, Wales

The Escape Game Carmarthen: Depth Charge (Carmarthen)

Published: 26 July 2022

The Escape Game Carmarthen: Depth Charge (Carmarthen)

The smoke in this room was set to 11, dial that down a bit and I think we’d have had a more enjoyable experience. Saying that, the set design for Depth Charge was pretty spot on and the puzzles didn’t feel out of place

reviewed by Gord Tagged With: Carmarthen, Team of Two, Wales

The Escape Game Carmarthen: Lunar Base Alpha (Carmarthen)

Published: 26 July 2022

The Escape Game Carmarthen: Lunar Base Alpha (Carmarthen)

If you’re planning to play only one game at Carmarthen and you’re struggling to choose, look no further. The stronger narrative combined with more tactile challenges made Lunar Base Alpha not just my preferred game at The Escape Game Carmarthen, but also my preferred game across both venues.

reviewed by Liz Tagged With: Carmarthen, Team of Two, Wales

Tenby’s Great Escape: Captain’s Treasure Room (Tenby)

Published: 18 July 2022

Tenby's Great Escape: Captain's Treasure Room (Tenby)

We didn’t click with this game, but we still appreciate that it was well designed and had a good sense of adventure. I had low expectations for this venue, and was pleasantly surprised. If you’re in the Tenby area then this venue is worth checking out

reviewed by Gord Tagged With: Team of Two, Tenby

Tenby’s Great Escape: The Wizard’s Lair (Tenby)

Published: 18 July 2022

It was a nice change to play a Wizard themed room that simply wasn’t a Harry Potter rip off. The set design in this game was spot on and they managed to fit in a few surprises, along with some enjoyable puzzles.

reviewed by Gord Tagged With: Team of Two, Tenby

Tenby’s Great Escape: The Tenby Asylum (Tenby)

Published: 18 July 2022

Tenby's Great Escape: The Tenby Asylum (Tenby)

I probably wouldn’t recommend The Tenby Asylum if you’ve never played an escape room before, but for enthusiasts that are looking for a challenge and don’t mind a jump scare or two, then this is the one. The set was impressive, but even more appealing were the puzzles.

reviewed by Liz Tagged With: Team of Two, Tenby

The Escape Game Swansea: Wild West (Swansea)

Published: 7 July 2022

The Escape Game Swansea: Wild West (Swansea)

I wanted to love Wild West, but unfortunately it left me feeling just a bit flat. However, I wouldn’t let that stop you from playing. Despite my issues with it, Wild West was the strongest of the games at The Escape Game’s Swansea branch, and there were a few moments of pure puzzling joy.

reviewed by Liz Tagged With: Swansea, Team of Two

The Escape Game Swansea: Hostel (Swansea)

Published: 7 July 2022

The Escape Game Swansea: Hostel (Swansea)

I can see why this game has such a low escape rate. Darkness, lack of signposting, and puzzles that just didn’t seem to make sense or always fit the narrative. We left this hostel feeling frustrated and wondering if we should have just quit to became the latest victims.

reviewed by Gord Tagged With: Swansea, Team of Two

The Escape Game Swansea: Alcatraz (Swansea)

Published: 7 July 2022

The Escape Game Swansea: Alcatraz (Swansea)

The Escape Game’s Alcatraz is a standard prison break. That doesn’t mean it’s not fun though – the puzzles were fair and engaging, with a few unique twists, and perfect for those new to escape rooms.

reviewed by Liz Tagged With: Split Start, Swansea, Team of Two

The Escape Game Swansea: The Prison Van (Swansea)

Published: 7 July 2022

The Escape Game Swansea: The Prison Van (Swansea)

Our dislike of Prison Van escape rooms was not changed with this game. It felt like signposting was limited, some poor choices were made on puzzle design, and generally we just felt frustrated at our time in the van.

reviewed by Gord Tagged With: Split Start, Swansea, Team of Two

Exitus Escape Rooms: Coco Loco (Cardiff)

Published: 5 July 2022

Exitus: Coco Loco (Cardiff)

Coco Loco was a delight for pretty much all the senses, and is a perfect family friendly escape room in Cardiff. Just when we thought the game was over, Exitus surprised us once again! Often you’ll get a card, or a badge to take away from an escape room, but that’s not good enough for Exitus – what a treat!

reviewed by Gord Tagged With: Cardiff, Team of Two

Exitus Escape Rooms: The Curse of Senutep (Cardiff)

Published: 5 July 2022

Exitus Escape Rooms: The Curse of Senutep (Cardiff)

If you find yourself in Cardiff, it would be a crime not to stop by Exitus. You can’t go wrong with any of their games, but The Curse of Senutep is the perfect choice for large groups or challenge seeking enthusiasts.

reviewed by Liz Tagged With: Cardiff, Team of Two

Riddlr: The Wizard’s Apprentice (Bristol)

Published: 5 July 2022

Riddlr: The Wizard's Apprentice (Bristol)

The Wizard’s Apprentice is a game that needs no hesitation to book. With solid puzzles, an immersive atmosphere, and actual moments of magic, this is one magic school I was very happy to attend.

reviewed by Liz Tagged With: Bristol, Team of Two

11th Hour Escapes: Criminal Record (Bromham)

Published: 28 June 2022

11th Hour Escapes: Criminal Record (Bromham)

I love it when a game is a lovely space to be in, not just because of the set design, but because of the puzzles too. Criminal Record was fun from start to end and the puzzles perfectly complemented the set. Credit to 11th Hour Escapes for making a murder mystery fun again!

reviewed by Gord Tagged With: Bromham, Team of Two

11th Hour Escapes: Victoria’s Last Challenge (Bromham)

Published: 28 June 2022

11th Hour Escapes: Victoria's Last Challenge (Bromham)

Victoria’s Last Challenge is the epitome of classic escape room, with solid and logical puzzles that are sure to thrill new escapees and please enthusiasts.

reviewed by Liz Tagged With: Bromham, Team of Two

Edaqa’s Room: The Office (Play at Home)

Published: 23 June 2022

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If you’re looking for a digital escape room that actually plays like an escape room, then this one might be for you. The Office is possibly one of the most accurate digital representations of a typical physical escape room that I have seen

reviewed by Liz Tagged With: Play at Home, Purely Online

Mission Breakout: Underground 2099 (London)

Published: 23 June 2022

Mission Breakout: Underground 2099 (London)

Underground 2099 has some cool moments and a good sense of adventure, but I’d like a little more signposting and definitely more light to make this a truly fun experience.

reviewed by Gord Tagged With: London, Team of Two

Riddlr: Decade Runner (Bristol)

Published: 21 June 2022

Riddlr: Decade Runner (Bristol)

I wish this was a 90 minute room, simply so I could have had more time to enjoy the space. This game was challenging but I loved every minute spent in it. Best game in Bristol? I think so.

reviewed by Gord Tagged With: Bristol, Team of Two

Riddlr: Nautilus (Bristol)

Published: 21 June 2022

Riddlr Nautilus (Bristol)

I can see why Nautilus is the go-to recommendation for Bristol. Strong set design, solid puzzles, a great sense of adventure, and a bit of fun along the way make this a game that we will have no hesitation in recommending

reviewed by Gord Tagged With: Bristol, Team of Two

Riddlr: Seance (Bristol)

Published: 13 June 2022

Riddlr: Seance (Bristol)

It’s always nice to set a new room record, not just for bragging rights but because it shows that a room clicked with us, meaning the puzzles were logical and fair. Couple that with some good set design and some entertaining jump scares, and Séance is a fun game to play and one we would recommend if you’re in town.

reviewed by Gord Tagged With: Bristol, Team of Two

U-Escape: The Barber Shop Mystery (Bournemouth)

Published: 13 June 2022

U-Escape: The Barber Shop Mystery (Bournemouth)

The Barber Shop Mystery was a pleasure to play, with a lovingly crafted set and thoroughly pleasing puzzles. Of the games at U-Escape this is the one most suited for larger teams, but really, it’s great for everyone!

reviewed by Liz Tagged With: Bournemouth, Team of Two

U-Escape: Psycho Surgeon Escape (Bournemouth)

Published: 13 May 2022

U-Escape: Psycho Surgeon Escape (Bournemouth)

Psycho Surgeon is a fun game with plenty of creep factor for those that like a darker game, and plenty of satisfying puzzles for those that care more about the puzzles than the atmosphere. 

reviewed by Liz

U-Escape: Franksy (Bournemouth)

Published: 9 May 2022

U-Escape: Franksy (Bournemouth)

Easily our favourite game at U-Escape. Franksy has a unique theme, with unique puzzles, and great set design. This is by far the most challenging of games at this venue, especially if you complete it on the hardest setting, but it’s great fun and if you’re in Bournemouth get it booked!

reviewed by Gord Tagged With: Bournemouth, Team of Two

The Great Big Escape: Hop House Homicide (Dorchester)

Published: 9 May 2022

The Great Big Escape: Hop House Homicide (Dorchester)

This room felt like it was set up in a rush just so they could get their doors open. Sparse set design, lacking puzzles, frustrating puzzles, and a very anti-climatic ending meant we left just feeling a bit flat. This game has a premium price tag, but it was not a premium experience.

reviewed by Gord Tagged With: Dorchester, Team of Two

Escape Down the Rabbit Hole: Escape the Bus (Barnstaple)

Published: 11 March 2022

Escape Down the Rabbit Hole: Escape the Bus (Barnstaple)

Speed is actually one of my favourite films, so to play a game that has taken inspiration from one of the greats was actually a great deal of fun. Escape the Bus was a bit of a surprise, and I found that of the two games available at Escape Down the Rabbit Hole, it was my favourite.

reviewed by Gord Tagged With: Barnstaple, Team of Two

Escape Down the Rabbit Hole: The College of Magic (Barnstaple)

Published: 4 March 2022

Escape Down the Rabbit Hole: The College of Magic (Barnstaple)

Games in the South West seem heavily targeted to the passing tourist market, so enthusiasts are unlikely to be challenged. At £60 for a team of two, this is not a cheap experience and it certainly didn’t feel like it warranted such a high price, but we had fun, and (other than the first) the puzzles made sense and were logical.

reviewed by Gord Tagged With: Barnstaple, Team of Two

Improbable Escapes: The Triwizard Trials (Play at Home)

Published: 27 January 2022

Improbable Escapes: The Triwizard Trials (Play at Home)

The Triwizard Trials would be a perfect choice for a family adventure, particularly if anyone is a great fan of a particular series of books or movies about a wizarding school. With a great host and excellent production values, plus fun puzzles that are perfect for newcomers to escaping, Improbable Escapes once again lived up to my already very high expectations of them.

reviewed by Liz Tagged With: Live Avatar, Play at Home

Devon Escape: D-Day for Devon (Newton Abbot)

Published: 17 January 2022

Devon Escape: D-Day for Devon (Newton Abbot)

D-Day for Devon was definitely the highlight of the day during our time at Devon Escapes, with puzzles that clicked and a game that flowed, not to mention a nice set and an unexpected twist as we approached the finale. 

reviewed by Liz Tagged With: Newton Abbot, Team of Two

Devon Escape: Death on Dartmoor (Newton Abbot)

Published: 13 January 2022

Devon Escape: Death on Dartmoor (Newton Abbot)

Possibly the most impressive set (at least early on) at this venue, but thanks to one puzzle we found this game a little unsatisfying. I’d probably rate it as the second best game at Devon Escape but it is still worth playing if you’re in the area.

reviewed by Gord Tagged With: Newton Abbot, Team of Two

Devon Escape: Professor Enright’s Enigma (Newton Abbot)

Published: 13 January 2022

Devon Escape: Professor Enright's Enigma (Newton Abbot)

We entered this room expecting it to be easier, but we were certainly mistaken. An error on our part made this room much harder than it should have been. But the puzzles were decent, the theming was adequate and we had fun – so that works for us.

reviewed by Gord Tagged With: Newton Abbot, Team of Two

CU Adventures: Solve our Shirts – The Treasure Trove of Pirate Cove (Play at Home)

Published: 5 January 2022

CU Adventures: Solve our Shirts - The Treasure Trove of Pirate Cove (Play at Home)

Not enough games come with/on t-shirts. Don’t get me wrong, I love getting a nice pin badge from a game, but a t-shirt that I can wear is next level stuff. We loved The Treasure Trove of Pirate Cove and really really really hope that Solve our Shirts make a third game!

reviewed by Gord Tagged With: Play at Home, Something Different

Curious Correspondence Club: Chapter 3: The Tinker’s Trinket (Play at Home)

Published: 4 January 2022

Curious Correspondence Club: Chapter 3: The Tinker's Trinket (Play at Home)

I think this was our least favourite of the games we have played by Curious Correspondence Club. I don’t know if we were tired, or the puzzles just didn’t click with us, but we’d recommend Chapter 2 over this one.

reviewed by Gord

Curious Correspondence Club: Chapter 2: Warehouse on the Wharf (Play at Home)

Published: 4 January 2022

Curious Correspondence Club: Chapter 2: Warehouse on the Wharf (Play at Home)

We enjoyed this game much more than Chapter 1. The puzzles made sense, the tactile components were clever and a joy to work with, and the final video brought a close to the story and our mission.

reviewed by Gord

Curious Correspondence Club: Chapter 1: The Custodian’s Keys (Play at Home)

Published: 4 January 2022

Curious Correspondence Club: Chapter 1: The Custodian's Keys (Play at Home)

I can’t put my finger on it but this game felt like it was flawed in some way. Perhaps the puzzles weren’t for us, but the system with the keys didn’t seem to work as intended and the puzzles left us feeling frustrated and definitely not wanting more.

reviewed by Gord Tagged With: Escape Boxes, Play at Home

Elgin Escape: Santa’s Last Parcel (Play at Home) 

Published: 15 December 2021

Elgin Escape: Santa's Last Parcel (Play at Home) 

If you’re looking for a festive game to bring the family together, whether you’re all around one screen or dotted across the globe, Santa’s Last Parcel could be a great option for a bit of lighthearted puzzling

reviewed by Liz Tagged With: Christmas, Play at Home, Purely Online

Lock and Code: National Elf Service (Weston-Super-Mare)

Published: 14 December 2021

Lock and Code: National Elf Service (Weston-Super-Mare)

Because of the short lifespan of Christmas rooms we can understand companies not making them as refined as their other rooms. Saying that, National Elf Service had a decent story, authentic 90s set dressing, and one or two puzzles that brought a smile to our face – and that’s what it’s all about.

reviewed by Gord Tagged With: Christmas, Team of Two

Random-Rooms: The Old Hospital Room (Newport)

Published: 11 December 2021

Random-Rooms The Old Hospital Room (Newport)

We hoped to finish on a high at Random-Rooms, but I think The Old Hospital was our least favourite game of the day. One puzzle just felt like a massive leap and that caused us to end the game with more frustration than fun.

reviewed by Gord Tagged With: Isle of Wight

Random Rooms: The Cell (Newport)

Published: 11 December 2021

Random Rooms: The Cell (Newport)

The Cell has a unique twist on an otherwise familiar theme. In all, it was a decent game, with fair puzzles, but was ultimately a bit of a let down with an anticlimactic finish.

reviewed by Liz Tagged With: Isle of Wight

Random-Rooms: The Dragon Room (Newport)

Published: 11 December 2021

For a room called ‘The Dragon Room’, it felt like it was lacking something, and I think that would probably be a dragon. Two big puzzles slowed down the game for us and kinda killed the buzz, up until that point we were enjoying it, then it just became a bit frustrating.

reviewed by Gord Tagged With: Isle of Wight

Random-Rooms: The Random Room (Newport)

Published: 11 December 2021

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This room certainly lived up to its name, it was very random. We clicked with the puzzles and found it to be an easy game, strangely it was probably the game we enjoyed the most at Random-Rooms.

reviewed by Gord Tagged With: Isle of Wight

DreadLock: Witch Way Out?! (Bodmin)

Published: 8 December 2021

Dreadlock: Witch Way Out?! (Bodmin)

I’m a sucker for a story, so Witch Way Out?! was my preferred game at Dreadlock, with decent puzzles and just a fun atmosphere, intertwined with the story. Whichever game you choose, Dreadlock are well worth a visit if you’re in the area… or you could always play two.

reviewed by Liz Tagged With: Cornwall, Team of Two

Morgan’s Escapes: Mystery Times (Play at Home)

Published: 7 December 2021

Morgan's Escapes: Mystery Times (Play at Home)

This was a really good challenge and is a great idea. I actually think they’re doing themselves an injustice by limiting it to the small box it comes with, there is so much potential here! I’m considering getting a suitcase out of the loft and locking it up with the padlock – that should keep my family occupied for all of Christmas day! 

reviewed by Gord Tagged With: Christmas, Play at Home, Something Different

Genius Escapes: Nuclear Nightmare (Southampton)

Published: 6 December 2021

Genius Escapes: Nuclear Nightmare (Southampton)

If you’re an enthusiast looking for a challenging room, then play this one on Genius level. This is a challenging but fair game and despite feeling like we were going to crash and burn multiple times, we thoroughly enjoyed our time averting the Nuclear Nightmare.

reviewed by Gord Tagged With: Southampton, Team of Two

Roomsmiths: The Naked Eye (Plymouth)

Published: 6 December 2021

Roomsmiths: The Naked Eye (Plymouth)

In a way this felt like it should be a hard room as there was a lot to do, but it clicked with our team and we got out in super-quick time. It’s cosy in places but really opens up so I’d imagine that bigger teams will probably still find things to do.

reviewed by Gord Tagged With: Plymouth

Housetrap Escape Rooms: Seance (Bodmin)

Published: 3 December 2021

Housetrap Escape Rooms: Seance (Bodmin)

Of the games that we played at Housetrap, across both venues, Seance was my favourite. With a spooky atmosphere and a few jump scares, the real highlights for me were the moments of supernatural activity, and the surprises that came with it. Plus, the puzzles were pretty good too

reviewed by Liz Tagged With: Cornwall

Third Angel: The Distraction Agents (Play at Home)

Published: 1 December 2021

Third Angel: The Distraction Agents (Play at Home)

If you’re looking for an escape room experience, then keep looking. If you’re looking to get immersed in what feels like an underground society, and experience something where the more you put in, the more you get out, then this is your game

reviewed by Gord Tagged With: Play at Home

Housetrap Escape Rooms: Aquarium (Bodmin)

Published: 30 November 2021

Housetrap: Aquarium (Bodmin)

This game would probably be a good choice for a family if you’re looking for an escape room near Bodmin, enthusiasts also may enjoy it, but for us it just didn’t click. The game had a cute feel to it but the puzzles weren’t our cup of tea.

reviewed by Gord Tagged With: Cornwall

Housetrap Escape Rooms: Tumbleweed (Indian Queens)

Published: 29 November 2021

Housetrap: Tumbleweed (Indian Queens)

Despite the odd setting in Gnome World, we were pleasantly surprised by Tumbleweed. It had good set dressing, solid puzzles, and nice and open gameplay, the fact that it was 90 minutes was also a bonus. If you’re in Cornwall, this one is worth a detour

reviewed by Gord Tagged With: Cornwall

Logic Box: Santa and the Missing Pocket Watch (Highbridge)

Published: 25 November 2021

Logic Box: Santa and the Missing Pocket Watch (Highbridge)

We normally crash and burn in Christmas games, but this one clicked more than normal, although we still did have our moments. This is a lovely, family friendly game, and perfect for getting you in the Christmas spirit (even if you play in November).

reviewed by Gord Tagged With: Christmas, Team of Two

DreadLock: Let the Games Begin (Bodmin)

Published: 25 November 2021

DreadLock: Let the Games Begin (Bodmin)

This game is unlikely to challenge enthusiasts, and if you’re a fan of story you may want to look elsewhere. But, if you just want a fun, unpretentious game that is all about the puzzles and nothing else, then this is a good shout.

reviewed by Gord Tagged With: Cornwall

Hounds Escape: Southern Discomfort (Crawley)   

Published: 24 November 2021

Hounds Escape Game Experiences: Southern Discomfort (Crawley)   

Hounds Escape impressed us with their debut game, and their second may be even better (I can’t decide – it would be like choosing a favourite child if I had any). If you’re looking for an hour filled with amazing scenery, fantastic puzzles, and a whole lot of laughs, you won’t go wrong getting yourself over to Hounds Escape for a little Southern Discomfort.

reviewed by Liz Tagged With: Crawley, Split Start

Puzzle Post: The Scandal (Play at Home)

Published: 23 November 2021

Puzzle Post: The Scandal (Play at Home)

The Scandal is the perfect group game at any time of year, but it should definitely be on your Christmas list. Put away Monopoly, this will cause less conflict and will give your brains a nice little post-turkey workout.

reviewed by Gord Tagged With: Escape Boxes, Play at Home

Next Level Escape: The Strange Disappearance on Station Eleven (Play at Home)

Published: 22 November 2021

Next Level Escape: The Strange Disappearance on Station Eleven (Play at Home)

This game had great graphics, a unique story that was filled with humour, and thanks to some tweaks to the game play, it was frustration free. If you’re looking for a game that will challenge you, make you laugh, and has unexpected twists and turns – this is the game for you.

reviewed by Gord Tagged With: Play at Home, Purely Online

E-Scape Rooms: The Sword of Drakul (Play at Home)

Published: 19 November 2021

E-Scape Rooms: The Sword of Drakul (Play at Home)

The Sword of Drakul seemed to take away a lot of the frustrations with their first game, The Alp, and this made for an enjoyable experience. The graphics were slick and the puzzles were solid, well done E-Scape Rooms, you’ve made a cracking game! 

reviewed by Gord Tagged With: Play at Home, Purely Online

Tulleys Escape Rooms: SpellCraft (Crawley)

Published: 18 November 2021

Tulleys: SpellCraft (Crawley)

The magic added something to the immersion. Nethercott is possibly still my favourite, and Mutiny might still be Liz’s, but objectively SpellCraft might be one of Tulleys best. The magical elevator taking us places, and then revisiting other rooms, and the twistyness of everything gave it a level of mystique

reviewed by Gord Tagged With: Crawley, Team of Two

Dark Master: Into the Reliquary (Crowborough)

Published: 17 November 2021

Dark Master: Into the Reliquary (Crowborough)

The set of Into the Reliquary is truly something to behold, and there are certain moments throughout the game that we are unlikely to forget for some time. The puzzles didn’t wow in the same way as their surroundings, but still made for a fun game, although that was somewhat overshadowed by a moment or two of what felt like legitimate danger.

reviewed by Liz Tagged With: Crowborough, Team of Two

Dark Master: One Wing Airlines (Crowborough)

Published: 17 November 2021

Dark Master: One Wing Airlines (Crowborough)  

For us, there was a bit too much going on in this game which meant we couldn’t focus on what we needed and ended up missing key things. DarkMaster are certainly up there with the best for their set design, but I think the puzzles left us wanting a bit more.

reviewed by Gord Tagged With: Crowborough, Team of Two

Logic Box: The Mystery of Loke Lake (Highbridge)

Published: 6 October 2021

Logic Box: The Mystery of Loke Lake (Highbridge)  

The Mystery of Loke Lake is a solid game, with a nice linear flow and solid puzzles, making it a good choice for escape fans of all experience levels

reviewed by Liz Tagged With: Highbridge, Team of Two

Cryptology: Daylight Robbery (Nottingham)

Published: 4 October 2021

Cryptology: Daylight Robbery (Nottingham)

This is an amazing game that is sure to get your adrenaline going, and possibly keep it going for nearly the full hour. There are sure to be puzzles in here that you love (and some you’ll probably hate), but all the puzzles are fair, the set design is great, and this is guaranteed to be an enthusiast favourite – and could be the game to get newbies addicted.

reviewed by Gord Tagged With: Nottingham, Team of Two

Cryptology: Cypherdyne v1.5 (Nottingham)  

Published: 4 October 2021

Cryptology: Cypherdyne v1.5 (Nottingham)  

Cypherdyne v1.5 may be Cryptology’s first game, but it’s also is an excellent example of everything an escape room should be: clever, exciting, and most importantly – fun. It’s perfect for new players and enjoyable for enthusiasts. With this as their first game, it’s no surprise that Cryptology has become a venue everyone seems to be talking about.

reviewed by Liz Tagged With: Nottingham, Team of Two

Cryptology: Rameseize (Nottingham)

Published: 4 October 2021

Cryptology: Rameseize (Nottingham)

This is a room that would be perfect for those new to escape rooms or seasoned escapers. The puzzles were fun, the room was solid, and the sense of exploration was spot on. With different ‘win’ levels, it works for everyone regardless of experience level.

reviewed by Gord Tagged With: Nottingham, Team of Two

Cryptology: Dreamscape (Nottingham)

Published: 4 October 2021

Cryptology: Dreamscape (Nottingham)

Dreamscape is totally unique, a total blast, and absolutely rammed full of things to do. It is a perfect game for teams that are looking for a challenge to test their brainpower. 

reviewed by Liz Tagged With: Nottingham, Team of Two

Tempo Escape Rooms: Eternal Life (Bath)

Published: 2 October 2021

Tempo Escape Rooms: Eternal Life (Bath)

We had heard good things about Tempo in Bath, and I’m pleased to say this game lived up to our expectations. Great story-telling, solid puzzles, and a really fun, and at times, whimsical set, makes this a definite reason to visit Bath.

reviewed by Gord Tagged With: Bath

House of Frankenstein: Victor’s Lair (Bath)

Published: 2 October 2021

House of Frankenstein: Victor's Lair (Bath)

I don’t know who designed Victor’s Lair, but I think it needs a little more work. It’s not a bad room, it’s certainly visually good, but the puzzles and flow felt lacking. If they take feedback on board and are willing to make adjustments then I think this could be a game that we would recommend in Bath.

reviewed by Gord Tagged With: Bath

Exitus Escape Rooms: Virus Tinkerers (Cardiff)

Published: 30 September 2021

Exitus Escape Rooms: Virus Tinkerers (Cardiff)

Virus Tinkerers was a game where everything fell into place for us and we loved our time in the lab. Fun puzzles, solid design, and nice touches as a nod to the scientists involved in the Tenovus charity – this is a must play game in Cardiff.

reviewed by Gord Tagged With: Cardiff, Team of Two

Logic Box: The Portland Heist (Highbridge)

Published: 28 September 2021

Logic Box: The Portland Heist (Highbridge)

A really strong first game by a new company and we’re sure we’ll be back to check out their other game soon. The Portland Heist had clever puzzles (don’t overcomplicate) and good story and set design. This would be a fun game for both enthusiasts or ‘regular’ people, especially families.

reviewed by Gord Tagged With: Highbridge, Team of Two

Escape Rooms Cardiff: The Cardiff Castle (Cardiff)

Published: 28 September 2021

Escape Rooms Cardiff: The Cardiff Castle (Cardiff)

Cardiff Castle is by far the prettiest of all the games we’ve played at Escape Rooms Cardiff, and possibly the prettiest we’ve played in Cardiff itself. It’s a solid game that will be fun for enthusiasts and great for newcomers to escape rooms, plus it’s a perfect tie in if you’re planning to visit the game’s eponym while you’re in the area

reviewed by Liz Tagged With: Cardiff, Team of Two

Escape Rooms Cardiff: Press Start (Cardiff)

Published: 28 September 2021

Escape Rooms Cardiff: Press Start (Cardiff)

We really wanted to like this game but we found the narrative didn’t seem to fit the game and the puzzles weren’t enjoyable to us. I’d imagine some players will click and blitz this game, but unfortunately this wasn’t the game for us.

reviewed by Gord Tagged With: Cardiff, Team of Two

Mystery Mansion: Sleepy Man (Play at Home)

Published: 27 September 2021

Mystery Mansion: Sleepy Man (Play at Home)

If you haven’t played the Sleepy Man Trilogy yet, we highly recommend you book now. It’s the perfect time of year for all things spooky and this is definitely one online experience you aren’t going to want to miss!

reviewed by Liz Tagged With: Live Avatar, Play at Home

Clue HQ: The Legend of Miyalock (Birmingham)

Published: 25 September 2021

ClueHQ: The Legend of Miyalock (Birmingham)

The Legend of Miyalock seems to be the shining light in the ClueHQ collection. Admittedly we haven’t played many ClueHQ games, but Miyalock is a cracking game and one that ClueHQ can be proud of.

reviewed by Gord Tagged With: Birmingham, Team of Two

Headlock Escape Rooms: The Keeper & The Fungus Among Us (Play at Home)

Published: 21 September 2021

Headlock Escape Rooms: The Keeper & The Fungus Among Us (Play at Home)

This game is a true delight! With original music and songs, beautiful set design, great puzzles and a wonderful host – this will likely be unlike anything else you have ever played. We don’t do awards, but if we did, this would be a winner!

reviewed by Gord Tagged With: Live Avatar, Play at Home

Diorama Games: The Vandermist Dossier (Play at Home)

Published: 19 September 2021

Diorama Games: The Vandermist Dossier (Play at Home)

It’s been a while since we’ve played a boxed escape game that truly wowed us, but The Vandermist Dossier did just that! Everything from the materials, to the story, and of course, the puzzles, had us thoroughly delighted as we followed Abigail’s clues to track down her whereabouts.

reviewed by Liz Tagged With: Escape Boxes, Play at Home

The Veiled Note: VeiledFest (Play at Home)

Published: 17 September 2021

The Veiled Note: VeiledFest (Play at Home)

VeiledFest is certainly one of the prettiest puzzle envelopes we’ve seen and this game would be great to invite a friend to a festival or gig. The puzzles weren’t overly challenging but still kept us occupied for 20 minutes, which we were quite happy with

reviewed by Gord Tagged With: Play at Home, Something Different

Marvo Mysteries: Marvo Induction (Bournemouth)

Published: 14 September 2021

Marvo Mysteries: Marvo Induction (Bournemouth)

Don’t wait for a special occasion to play this game, get booked in now, you most definitely won’t regret it.

reviewed by Gord Tagged With: Bournemouth, Team of Two

Houdini’s: RMS Titanic (Southampton)

Published: 14 September 2021

Houdini's: RMS Titanic (Southampton)

We loved the attention to detail in both the game, and the waiting area. The room itself had touches that were historically accurate, and the reception had a poster of the Titanic that was signed by the youngest survivor of the disaster.

reviewed by Gord Tagged With: Southampton, Team of Two

Trapp’d: Forsaken (Wellingborough)

Published: 10 September 2021

Trapp'd: Forsaken (Wellingborough)

We destroyed Forsaken, completing it in 23 minutes and escaping with the room record. It wasn’t a hard room but I can see why people may struggle, especially as it is so dark. I don’t know if bigger teams get more torches, but one per person would be nice. If you’re a fan of horror rooms and like a live actor, then you’ll probably get a buzz from Forsaken.

reviewed by Gord Tagged With: Horror, Team of Two, Wellingborough

Trapp’d: Legend of Drakon (Wellingborough)

Published: 10 September 2021

Trapp'd: Legend of Drakon (Wellingborough)

Drakon was our least favourite game at Trapp’d Wellingborough, but that could have been because of the reset error which threw us off. Considering we completed it in 34 minutes even with that error, I don’t think this game is likely to challenge teams, but it is still good fun. If your Trapp’d GM provides torches for your team then you’ll probably have a more enjoyable experience – if not, you best get eating your carrots.

reviewed by Gord Tagged With: Team of Two, Wellingborough

Trapp’d: Atlantis (Wellingborough)

Published: 10 September 2021

Trapp'd: Atlantis (Wellingborough)

Credit to Trapp’d for doing something different with this room and the set design was spot on. It would have been nice to have seen a few more puzzles as the space was massive and could take them, but it was still an enjoyable time under the sea.

reviewed by Gord Tagged With: Team of Two, Wellingborough

Angle Escape: Candy Shop (Peterborough)

Published: 10 September 2021

Angle Escape: Candy Shop (Peterborough)

The Candy Shop is the best of the rooms at Angle Escape and shows that they are improving with each game they build. Darkness and lighting was still an issue but that would be easily solved by providing more (decent) torches.

reviewed by Gord Tagged With: Peterborough, Team of Two

Angle Escape: The Getaway (Peterborough)

Published: 10 September 2021

Angle Escape: The Getaway (Peterborough)

The Getaway firmly sits in the horroresque category for escape rooms, but is more creepy than scary. It’s dark and probably needlessly so, but out of the three games we played at Angle Escapes, this one falls firmly in the middle of the three for enjoyment.

reviewed by Gord Tagged With: Peterborough, Team of Two

Angle Escape: Victim (Peterborough)

Published: 10 September 2021

Angle Escape: Victim (Peterborough)

The Victim is, I believe, the earliest room they have at Angle Escape, and it does show. As we played their other games they improved in quality. If darkness and lack of signposting doesn’t bother you, then you may enjoy this, but for us we just didn’t get on with it and left feeling rather deflated.

reviewed by Gord Tagged With: Peterborough, Team of Two

Want to Escape: The Guardian of the Gallery (Rushden)

Published: 9 September 2021

Want to Escape: The Guardian of the Gallery (Rushden)

The Guardian of the Gallery doesn’t feel like your average escape room. You can tell that this is built by an enthusiast who wants to push boundaries and create something different. This room is challenging, yet fair, and will likely be a firm favourite on the enthusiast scene for a long time to come.

reviewed by Gord Tagged With: Rushden, Team of Two

Want to Escape: Teacher’s Revenge (Rushden)

Published: 9 September 2021

Want to Escape: Teacher's Revenge (Rushden)

If school was this fun, I’d probably be a doctor. This room was a joy from start to end thanks to its clever puzzles and lighthearted design. Was it as fun as Shimmy Shimmy or as impressive as Guardians? Probably not, but it was very close!

reviewed by Gord Tagged With: Rushden, Team of Two

Want to Escape: Conspiracist (Rushden)  

Published: 9 September 2021

Want to Escape: Conspiracist (Rushden)  

If I had to pick a game at Want to Escape that was the most “traditional” in the style of escape rooms, it would be Conspiracist, and I loved it because of it.

reviewed by Liz Tagged With: Rushden, Team of Two

Want to Escape: Shimmy Shimmy Cocoa Pop (Rushden)

Published: 9 September 2021

Want to Escape: Shimmy Shimmy Cocoa Pop (Rushden)

I’m a sucker for rooms that play on 80s nostalgia so it was probably a given that I would like this game. If you’re looking for a light-hearted game, then for sheer fun you’ll be hard pressed to find something more appropriate than Shimmy Shimmy.

reviewed by Gord Tagged With: Rushden, Team of Two

One Way Out: Gas Alert (Oakham)

Published: 7 September 2021

One Way Out: Gas Alert (Oakham)

This felt like a game of two halves for us, we loved the first half but struggled in the second. Either way, this is a solid game with a massive space to explore!

reviewed by Gord Tagged With: Oakham, Team of Two

One Way Out: Rhyming Room (Oakham)

Published: 7 September 2021

One Way Out: Rhyming Room (Oakham)

This room will most definitely be a family favourite. If you’re in the area and are looking for a game to play with the family, then this is it. Likely to be fun for all ages and experience levels, Rhyming Room is worth it, even if it’s just to be impressed by Tilly Tonka’s intro!

reviewed by Gord Tagged With: Oakham, Team of Two

One Way Out: Framed (Oakham)

Published: 7 September 2021

One Way Out: Framed (Oakham)

A massive space makes this a perfect game for larger teams of either enthusiasts or families. Some very clever puzzles and a great way to play out a classic who-dunnit.

reviewed by Gord Tagged With: Oakham, Team of Two

One Way Out: Robot’s Return (Oakham) 

Published: 7 September 2021

One Way Out: Robot's Return (Oakham) 

If you’ve played Coming Home at one of the several venues it’s available at, you might be tempted to give Robot’s Return a miss. Don’t. Despite the similarities in the stories, the games are entirely different, and Robot’s Return is a delight, both in terms of its clever puzzles, and its sweet little robot.

reviewed by Liz Tagged With: Oakham, Team of Two

Escapologic: Reactorvate (Leicester)

Published: 2 September 2021

Escapologic: Reactorvate (Leicester) 

My favourite games are those that completely immerse you in the world around you, particularly by forcing players to perform “real-world” tasks, and make you feel as though you are the star of your own film. Reactorvate did this, and more, and has firmly embedded itself in my mind as my favourite game at Escapologic’s Leicester branch (so far, at least).

reviewed by Liz Tagged With: Leicester, Team of Two

Escapologic: Chronos (Leicester)

Published: 2 September 2021

Escapologic: Chronos (Leicester)

Sometimes we just don’t click with a room, and that doesn’t make it a bad game, our brains just weren’t wired correctly for this game. It was a very pretty room and the puzzles were tactile and interactive, but so far, Chronos is at the bottom of our Escapologic list.

reviewed by Gord Tagged With: Leicester, Team of Two

Escapologic: The Gateway (Leicester)

Published: 2 September 2021

Escapologic: The Gateway (Leicester)

I really didn’t know what to expect with The Gateway, but we thoroughly enjoyed it. Just the right level of darkness, no frustrations, and a good flow to the story, well done Escapologic – great fun!

reviewed by Gord Tagged With: Leicester, Team of Two

Unescapable: Mary (Derby)

Published: 25 August 2021

Unescapable: Mary (Derby)

As always, these reviews are own personal opinions, but if I were pressed to name the best game at Unescapable, Mary would be my selection (although my favourite was Tommy). With pleasing puzzles, a great atmosphere, and a whole lot of fun, if you’re having trouble deciding which game to play at Unescapable, you can’t go wrong with Mary. (Well, really, you wouldn’t go wrong with any of them.)

reviewed by Liz Tagged With: Derby, Team of Two

Unescapable: Tommy (Derby)

Published: 22 August 2021

Unescapable: Tommy (Derby)

A fun room that had a good sense of exploration, but perhaps play Tommy as a warm-up for the other games here. Our game was tainted by over-eager clueing by our GM, and a laborious first puzzle, but we ended on a high and that’s the main thing.

reviewed by Gord Tagged With: Derby, Team of Two

Unescapable: Alan (Derby)

Published: 20 August 2021

Unescapable: Alan (Derby)

A pirate themed room, but not as you know it. Surprise awaits you when you enter this room, and then you’re taken on a wonderful journey as the story develops.

reviewed by Gord Tagged With: Derby, Team of Two

Unescapable: Edith (Derby)

Published: 20 August 2021

Unescapable: Edith (Derby)

Edith has a reputation amongst UK enthusiasts that’s not undeserved. Your tolerance for terror will ultimately determine if this is one that you’ll love or leave, but it is without a doubt one of the best horror experiences we have played in the UK (so far), and struck a nice balance between horrifying and humorous

reviewed by Liz Tagged With: Derby, Live Actor, Team of Two

Cave Escape: Monuments (Nottingham) 

Published: 13 August 2021

Cave Escape: Monuments (Nottingham) 

I loved Cave Escape from the moment I stepped into the reception area two years ago to play Carfax, but Monuments has completely blown me away. Not only was this game one of the highlights on our nearly 60 game road trip, but it ranks among my favourite Top Ten games I have played to date

reviewed by Liz Tagged With: Nottingham, Team of Two

Escapologic: Robin of Lockskey (Nottingham)

Published: 11 August 2021

Escapologic: Robin of Lockskey (Nottingham)

It’s no surprise that someone in Nottingham finally created a Robin Hood themed game – It really was only a matter of time. Robin of Lockskey was the game I was most looking forward to on this visit to Escapologic, and it did not disappoint. Highly immersive, great puzzles, and totally adventurous, this is a must play game for sure. 

reviewed by Liz Tagged With: Nottingham, Team of Two

Escapologic: Immaterium (Nottingham)

Published: 11 August 2021

Escapologic: Immaterium (Nottingham)

Possibly one of the most visually stunning games that we have ever played. Ok, the puzzles didn’t particularly click with us but that won’t stop us recommending this game. Make sure you stretch before you play, you need to be quite mobile as you navigate around the ship.

reviewed by Gord Tagged With: Nottingham, Team of Two

Escapologic: Epi-Centre (Nottingham)

Published: 11 August 2021

Escapologic: Epi-Centre (Nottingham)

Epi-Centre is a good room but probably not the first one we’d recommend at Escapologic. If there was less ‘clutter’ and better torches, we probably would have enjoyed this game more. Although saying that, we did enjoy the crazy ending.

reviewed by Gord Tagged With: Nottingham, Team of Two

Escape Stations: Prometheus (Nottingham)

Published: 9 August 2021

Escape Stations: Prometheus (Nottingham)

If you’re booking a trip to Nottingham, make sure you don’t miss out Escape Stations. Their lobby may not yet be as refined as other venues in the city, but their first game is solid and is an enjoyable experience

reviewed by Gord Tagged With: Nottingham, Team of Two

Make Your Escape: Utopia (Derby)

Published: 6 August 2021

Make Your Escape: Utopia (Derby)

If you’ve ever wondered what it would be like to live a world like in the movie ‘Divergent’, then you need to play both Utopia and Dystopia, back-to-back. 

reviewed by Gord Tagged With: Derby, Team of Two

Make Your Escape: Dystopia (Derby)  

Published: 6 August 2021

Make Your Escape: Dystopia (Derby)  

Will you choose to play Dystopia as a standalone game, in succession with it’s brighter and more futuristic sibling, or pit yourself against an opposing Utopian team? The choice is yours, but whichever you choose, you’re in for a treat.

reviewed by Liz Tagged With: Derby, Team of Two

Make Your Escape: Spellbound (Derby)

Published: 6 August 2021

Make Your Escape: Spellbound (Derby)

Spellbound is a mission, especially for a team of two. That’s why it’s normally recommended for 3+ players. It is achievable for a team of two, but it’s full on, with loads of puzzles and content to sift through – but from the very first puzzle, this game is a hoot!

reviewed by Gord Tagged With: Derby, Team of Two

Make Your Escape: The Signal (Derby)   

Published: 6 August 2021

Make Your Escape: The Signal (Derby)   

Dystopia and Utopia seem to get all the love at Make Your Escape, but The Signal is certainly worth a play, and ideal for those new to escaping. The Signal was also the first (I think) game in the country to present players with an existential dilemma that will directly impact the outcome of the game. What choice will you make?

reviewed by Liz Tagged With: Derby, Team of Two

Compendium: UI-55 (Bury)

Published: 3 August 2021

Compendium: UI-55 (Bury)

Never have I ever seen this many puzzles crammed into a room. UI-55 isn’t your traditional escape room, but if you’re in the mood for puzzles, puzzles, and more puzzles, mixed with an insane amount of fun, you can’t go wrong with this game.

reviewed by Liz Tagged With: Bury

Compendium: Bedlam (Bury) 

Published: 3 August 2021

Compendium: Bedlam (Bury) 

With excellent set design, fantastic game flow, and satisfying puzzles, Bedlam stands out amongst its peers as my favourite game at Compendium. (Okay, maybe it’s tied with UI-55, but that game is an entirely different beast, and not quite your traditional escape room.) 

reviewed by Liz Tagged With: Bury, Team of Two

Compendium: Laboratory (Bury)

Published: 3 August 2021

Compendium: Laboratory (Bury)

A nice and bright room that felt very different to the other offerings at Compendium. This is a large space that could handle bigger teams, and has some really satisfying puzzles. Good fun.

reviewed by Gord Tagged With: Bury, Team of Two

Compendium: Wrong Turn (Bury)   

Published: 3 August 2021

Compendium: Wrong Turn (Bury)   

A creepy room with good set design and some nicely challenging puzzles. Perhaps a bit gruesome for the family, but those of you who seek out horror rooms will likely enjoy (especially if you get the live actor version) 

reviewed by Gord Tagged With: Bury, Team of Two

Mystery Mansion: D’Vile’s Curio Shoppe (Play at Home)

Published: 2 August 2021

Mystery Mansion Regina: D’Vile’s Curio Shoppe (Play at Home)

D’Vile’s is yet another wonderful contribution to the online avatar escape room world by Mystery Mansion. It doesn’t have the fun of DTF or the humour of Seen, but it is a wonderful creepy addition to the online horror world. We really can’t wait for the next instalment in this story, The Sleepy Man.

reviewed by Gord Tagged With: Live Avatar, Play at Home

Lucardo: Gem Runner (Rawtenstall)

Published: 2 August 2021

Lucardo: Gem Runner (Rawtenstall)

We enjoyed Gem Runner in Manchester, and we had the same feeling in Rawtenstall. A fun game that will remind you of all the things you first loved about escape rooms.

reviewed by Gord Tagged With: Rawtenstall, Team of Two

Lucardo: University of Magic – Dragons Heart (Rawtenstall)

Published: 2 August 2021

Lucardo: University of Magic - Dragon's Heart (Rawtenstall)  

 It’s been so long since we played Entrance Exam that I can’t really confirm or deny the rumours that say Dragon’s Heart is even better, but I can confirm that Dragon’s Heart is definitely superb and well worth the trip to Rawtenstall.

reviewed by Liz Tagged With: Rawtenstall, Team of Two

Lucardo: Safe House (Rawtenstall)

Published: 2 August 2021

Safe House, Lucardo (Rawtenstall)

Yet another fun room by Lucardo. We’d been holding off playing the online avatar version of this game as we wanted to play it in real life, and we’re glad we did. We enjoyed Corruption a bit more than Safe House, but this game is unlikely to disappoint.

reviewed by Gord Tagged With: Rawtenstall, Team of Two

Lucardo: Corruption (Rawtenstall)

Published: 2 August 2021

Lucardo: Corruption (Rawtenstall)

Lucardo have hit it out of the park once again. Corruption was full of fantastic puzzles, immersive touches, and all surrounded by a fantastic set. Prison in Manchester used to be my favourite Lucardo game, but this one may have surpassed it.

reviewed by Liz Tagged With: Rawtenstall, Team of Two

Lockdown: The Ministry (Ormskirk)

Published: 29 July 2021

Lockdown: The Ministry (Ormskirk)

Although Lockdown are new to the escape room scene, they have brought three strong games to the table, with (minor hiccups aside) The Ministry being a highlight of the venue. If their first games are any indication of their skills, I look forward to seeing what comes next!

reviewed by Gord Tagged With: Ormskirk

Lockdown: The Institution (Ormskirk)

Published: 29 July 2021

Lockdown: The Institution (Ormskirk)

This room had some good moments and certainly threw a few surprises our way with some theatrical elements that we weren’t expecting. With the exception of one puzzle, we enjoyed this game but I feel confident that this puzzle will be tweaked to make it better, so if you play, you may not have the same frustration that we did.

reviewed by Gord Tagged With: Ormskirk

Lockdown: The Lodge (Ormskirk)

Published: 29 July 2021

Lockdown: The Lodge (Ormskirk)

Perhaps on the easier side, The Lodge would be a great entry level game for those thinking of trying an escape room. Even enthusiasts should have a good time as the puzzles are decent and the theming is spot on.

reviewed by Gord Tagged With: Ormskirk

Wirral Escape Rooms: The Curse of the Golden Lion (Liverpool)

Published: 25 July 2021

Wirral Escape Rooms: The Curse of the Golden Lion (Wallasey)

If Disney made an escape room, this would be it. Ignoring the fact that the game is great and beautiful, there are so many easter eggs lovingly placed in the room that it is like an extra puzzle to spot and identify them all (we missed many)

reviewed by Gord Tagged With: Liverpool, Team of Two

Adrenaline: Nebula (Wigan)

Published: 22 July 2021

Adrenaline: Nebula (Wigan)

Nebula was easily our favourite room at Adrenaline, and if this is a sign of things to come then they’re a venue to watch. This room really clicked with us and we found the puzzles a joy to solve and the room a pleasant place to be

reviewed by Gord Tagged With: Team of Two, Wigan

Adrenaline: Kidnapped (Wigan)    

Published: 22 July 2021

Adrenaline: Kidnapped (Wigan)    

Of all the games at Adrenaline, this is probably the one I would recommend most to the enthusiast community, or I suppose anyone up for a challenge. As far as kidnapping/serial killer themed rooms go it is well done, but what really makes it special is the bonus level if you have time to spare and are up for testing your skills

reviewed by Liz Tagged With: Team of Two, Wigan

Adrenaline: Lab 3436 (Wigan)

Published: 22 July 2021

Adrenaline: Lab 3436 (Wigan)

With solid puzzles, some fun with science, and one rather amazing thing to lend weight to the time travel theme, Lab 3436 had me feeling like a genius when we escaped.

reviewed by Liz Tagged With: Team of Two, Wigan

Adrenaline: Labyrinth (Wigan)

Published: 22 July 2021

Adrenaline: Labyrinth (Wigan)

This room certainly felt like a labyrinth, with twists and turns meaning we didn’t know which way we would be headed next. With decent puzzles and a good flow to the game, we enjoyed our time in the Labyrinth

reviewed by Gord Tagged With: Team of Two, Wigan

Extremescape: Viking (Disley)

Published: 16 July 2021

Extremescape: Viking (Disley)

Despite struggling with this room (we were tired), we absolutely loved it. From the start to the incredible ending, this game had everything and more. This room is a real gem in the escape room industry and must be played by everyone.

reviewed by Gord Tagged With: Disley, Team of Two

Extremescape: The Lost Tomb (Disley)  

Published: 16 July 2021

Extremescape: The Lost Tomb (Disley)  

Tomb Raiding Adventures are perhaps my favourite type of escape, and The Lost Tomb at Extremescape sits amongst some of the best I have ever played. While I can’t really choose which of the three games at Extremescape is the “best,” this is without a doubt my personal favourite

reviewed by Liz Tagged With: Disley, Team of Two

Extremescape: The Pirate Ship (Disley)

Published: 16 July 2021

Extremescape: The Pirate Ship (Disley)

It’s very easy to see why Extremescape have the reputation they do. They took a simple theme and made it something special. A great sense of adventure, solid puzzles, and a beautiful build, top marks Extremescape, and thank you!

reviewed by Gord Tagged With: Disley, Team of Two

Deadlocked: The Magic of New Orleans (Loughborough)

Published: 13 July 2021

Deadlocked: The Magic of New Orleans (Loughborough)

Great puzzles, lovely design, and some fun extras made this a game that we were sad to have finished. Be careful though, this game could turn out to be expensive, I think the Disney love is back and it’s time we booked another holiday to the happiest place on Earth.

reviewed by Gord Tagged With: Loughborough, Team of Two

Deadlocked: Vault Squad (Loughborough)

Published: 13 July 2021

Deadlocked: Vault Squad (Loughborough)

Vault Squad had one of the most unique openings to a standard “heist” theme that I’ve seen, and the amuusement it provided (particualrly when we tripped up) set the tone for the entire game. If you’re in Loughborough, skipping Deadlocked Escape Rooms would be a mistake

reviewed by Liz Tagged With: Loughborough, Team of Two

Break Escape: The Enchanted Forest (Loughborough)

Published: 12 July 2021

The Enchanted Forest, Break Escape (Loughborough)

I don’t know if it was because we were tired or hungry, but we struggled to click with this game. It was pretty and impressive, but the puzzles, particularly the search element, just left us feeling deflated. 

reviewed by Gord Tagged With: Loughborough, Team of Two

Break Escape: Boiling Point (Loughborough)

Published: 12 July 2021

Break Escape: Boiling Point (Loughborough)

While Boiling Point is probably not the game that I would be most likely to recommend to anyone that only had time for one Break Escape game, it was my second favourite of the four we played at the venue, and would be my recommendation for those that love a decent puzzle game, provided you don’t mind a slightly odd story line.

reviewed by Liz Tagged With: Loughborough, Team of Two

Break Escape: Nerve Klinik (Loughborough)

Published: 12 July 2021

Break Escape: Nerve Klinik (Loughborough)

If being terrorised isn’t your cup of tea, then Nerve Klinik is probably one to avoid. However, if you’re a fan of scare attractions and puzzles, then step right up – the doctor will see you now.

reviewed by Liz Tagged With: Live Actor, Loughborough, Team of Two

Break Escape: The Sands of Time (Loughborough)

Published: 12 July 2021

The Sands of Time, Break Escape (Loughborough)

We should have performed better in this room than we did, but it was still enjoyable and this would be a great room for family groups to play, even enthusiasts should have a good time

reviewed by Gord Tagged With: Loughborough, Team of Two

Top Escape Rooms: No Place Like Gnome (Worcester)

Published: 5 July 2021

Top Escape Rooms: No Place Like Gnome (Worcester)

The perfect game to end our visit to Top Escape Rooms, No Place Like Gnome was fun from start to end and was a beautifully assembled room with a lighthearted and family friendly feel to it. 

reviewed by Gord Tagged With: Team of Two, Worcester

Top Escape Rooms: The Dentist (Worcester)

Published: 5 July 2021

Top Escape Rooms: The Dentist (Worcester)

I am overdue for a visit to the dentist, but I don’t think The Dentist at Top Escape Rooms is the best place for a check up. But if you’re looking for solid puzzles and a few thrills and chills, then it might just be what you’re looking for.

reviewed by Liz Tagged With: Team of Two, Worcester

Top Escape Rooms: Sea Quest (Worcester)

Published: 5 July 2021

Top Escape Rooms: Sea Quest (Worcester)

Considering this started life as a box game, it was much more than that and ended up being one of my highlights of the day – admittedly I have a soft spot for pirate games. Sea Quest was a fun game, well hosted, and satisfying to play.

reviewed by Gord Tagged With: Team of Two, Worcester

Top Escape Rooms: Jingle Joyride (Worcester)

Published: 5 July 2021

Top Escape Rooms: Jingle Joyride (Worcester)

It’s no surprise that Top Escape Rooms are claiming Jingle Joyride is proving to be one of their most popular games.  I think after the year we’ve had, we could all use a little Christmas Cheer, even in the midst of summer, and Jingle Joyride truly was a joy to play

reviewed by Liz Tagged With: Christmas, Team of Two, Worcester

Hourglass Escapes: The Rise of the Mad Pharaoh (Play at Home)

Published: 2 July 2021

Hourglass Escapes: The Rise of the Mad Pharaoh (Play at Home)

Rise of the Mad Pharaoh brings a unique twist to the format of former escape rooms turned digital that makes it one of the best examples of the genre that we’ve played. If you’re looking for a collaborative digital escape game, this is one to consider.

reviewed by Liz Tagged With: Play at Home, Purely Online

E-Scape Rooms: The Alp (Play at Home)

Published: 28 June 2021

E-Scape Rooms: The Alp (Play at Home)

Well produced, decent puzzles, and an interesting storyline, The Alp is a game that we finished and both said ‘I enjoyed that game’. It’s great to see that even this far into the pandemic, decent online games are still being produced

reviewed by Gord Tagged With: Play at Home, Purely Online

Trapped: The Zoo (Play at Home)

Published: 15 June 2021

Trapped: The Zoo (Play at Home)

This is the perfect family game if you want to get your little ‘uns interested in escape rooms. Get them away from the computer, and put this game in front of them. It is good clean fun that will get their brains whirring away!

reviewed by Gord Tagged With: Escape Boxes, Play at Home

Trapped: Mission to Mars (Play at Home)

Published: 15 June 2021

Trapped: Mission to Mars (Play at Home)

In my opinion, there aren’t enough space games. Mission to Mars manages to be fun, but also has the potential to be educational. It is on the easier side, making it ideal for a family game night

reviewed by Liz Tagged With: Escape Boxes, Play at Home

Trapped: Flight 927 (Play at Home)

Published: 15 June 2021

Trapped: Flight 927 (Play at Home)

Flight 927 felt like a step up on the previous season by Trapped. Puzzles were fair, story made sense, and it kept us occupied for nearly an hour. If you need a break from a computer, then this is the game you’re looking for

reviewed by Gord Tagged With: Escape Boxes, Play at Home

Wild Child: Chernobyl: A Puzzle Septology (Play at Home)

Published: 10 June 2021

Wild Child: Chernobyl: A Puzzle Septology (Play at Home)

Play it as intended, don’t get help, accept you may not complete it, and just enjoy the experience. This is a game to be played, to leave, to come back to, and to find your own eureka moments. Strap in, you’ll never have experienced anything like this before

reviewed by Gord Tagged With: Play at Home, Purely Online

Co-Decode: Captain’s Treasure (Play at Home)

Published: 20 May 2021

Co-Decode: Captain’s Treasure (Play at Home)

It would be impossible to talk about Captain’s Treasure without using the words delightful, clever, joyous, or perfection. If you are lucky enough to live close enough to Swindon to hire Captain’s Treasure, pick your date and book it now. No really; Book now

reviewed by Liz Tagged With: Escape Boxes, Play at Home, Something Different

Co-Decode: Oldervik Online – Chapter 4, Digging in Disguise (Play at Home)

Published: 6 May 2021

Co-Decode: Oldervik Online - Chapter 4, Digging in Disguise (Play at Home)

The games by Co-Decode seem to be under-the-radar due to them being Print and Play, but really they are gems waiting to be discovered. Digging in Disguise, thanks to the improved interface is our favourite Oldervik game so far. 

reviewed by Gord Tagged With: Play at Home, Print + Play

Trapped Escape Rooms: Spirit Train (Play at Home)

Published: 4 May 2021

Trapped Escape Rooms: Spirit Train (Play at Home)

Puzzle enthusiasts will not enjoy this game, but those who like to get immersed in a story certainly will. With beautiful artwork and great narration, this is likely a game for those who enjoy experiences similar to Dungeons and Dragons

reviewed by Gord Tagged With: Play at Home, Something Different

Breakout Unboxed: The Wizard’s Apprentice (Play at Home)

Published: 30 April 2021

Breakout Unboxed: The Wizard’s Apprentice (Play at Home)

With a strong narrative, traditional escape room style puzzles, and a bit of magic, The Wizard’s Apprentice is ideal for a family game night, or perhaps just for introducing someone to the idea of an escape room.

reviewed by Gord Tagged With: Escape Boxes, Play at Home

Locked In Folkestone: Sub-Agents (Play at Home)

Published: 30 April 2021

Locked In Folkestone: Sub-Agents (Play at Home)

Nothing to make this game stand out in the online escape room world, but we were actually surprised by this game. The ending felt a bit abrupt and most of our time was spent on one puzzle. If you’re a logic-fiend then you’ll likely get through in no time, but it’s not a bad way to spend an evening with friends (virtually). 

reviewed by Gord Tagged With: Play at Home, Purely Online

Hourglass Escapes: The Navigators and the Call from Beyond (Play at Home)

Published: 27 April 2021

Hourglass Escapes: The Navigators and the Call from Beyond (Play at Home)

I loved the aesthetics of this game, and the incredibly bonkers ending! The puzzles it had were good, but we couldn’t help but feel like it just needed a few more so we really felt satisfied. Saying that, this is still a game we’d recommend if you want a reason to get you friends together. More please Hourglass Escapes!

reviewed by Gord Tagged With: Play at Home, Purely Online

66 Minuten: Showdown (Play at Home)

Published: 26 April 2021

66 Minuten: Showdown (Play at Home)

Every now and then a game appears out of nowhere and destroys all of the benchmarks for what I consider to be a truly exceptional online game. Showdown from 66 Minuten was one such game.

reviewed by Liz Tagged With: Live Avatar, Play at Home

Russ Builds: Citizen (Play at Home)

Published: 21 April 2021

Russ Builds: Citizen (Play at Home)

Citizen is the third game in the series by RussBuilds, and we once again had a good time. Getting a slot is like trying to get into an exclusive club, but if you do get in, you should have a great time.

reviewed by Gord Tagged With: Live Avatar, Play at Home

District 3: Something Brewing (Play at Home)

Published: 20 April 2021

District 3: Something Brewing (Play at Home)

Arguably the hardest of the games that we’ve played by District 3, but also one of the more satisfying ones. With clever puzzles, a wacky story, and a game-changing decision – this is a game to play if you’re looking for something challenging and different from the rest.

reviewed by Gord Tagged With: Live Avatar, Play at Home

Dave Escape Rooms: Rita’s Cult Following (Play at Home)

Published: 13 April 2021

Dave Escape Rooms: Rita's Cult Following (Play at Home)

A well structured and visually appealing game, but we found the puzzles were not up to the same standards. Is it still a decent game? Yes. Should you play it? Yes. I think if you are looking for something a bit different to everything else out there, then this could be the game for you

reviewed by Gord Tagged With: Play at Home, Purely Online

Escape Stations: Humbug Hijinx (Play at Home)

Published: 13 April 2021

Escape Stations: Humbug Hijinx (Play at Home)

Humbug Hijinx was a sweet little game (yes, that was totally intended.) It’s a little clunky, but there are some solid puzzles, and even better, you’ll find an extra treat waiting for you upon completion.

reviewed by Liz Tagged With: Play at Home, Purely Online

Palace Games: The Sapphire Palace (Play at Home)

Published: 13 April 2021

Palace Games: The Sapphire Palace (Play at Home)

I loved everything about The Sapphire Palace, from the interface to the puzzles, and the format to the story. But at $20.00 per player for a game without a live host, I’m going to have a hard time recommending this game to the majority of escapers, even though it is fantastic. But if you’ve got the budget, go for it!

reviewed by Liz Tagged With: Play at Home, Purely Online

Deadlocked: Tunnelling Through Time (Play at Home)

Published: 8 April 2021

Based on actual(ish) events, Tunnelling Through Time combines a bit of time travel with pleasing puzzles, and the magic of the movies to deliver a digital escape like no other. With 100% of the proceeds going directly to The Brunel Museum, I can’t think of a better way to  have fun, learn something, and support a great cause; can you?

reviewed by Liz Tagged With: Play at Home, Purely Online

Beverley Breakout: Room 118 (Play at Home)

Published: 8 April 2021

Beverly Breakout: Room 118 (Play at Home)

Possibly the biggest Telescape game we’ve played so far, it really just kept on going. There is a do-or-die ending to the game but one way or another, you will be able to finish. This game won’t blow you away with the visuals, but it is well put together and credit to Beverly Breakout for trying something different.

reviewed by Gord Tagged With: Play at Home, Purely Online

Escape Fun: Utopia Institute (Play at Home)

Published: 8 April 2021

Escape Fun: Utopia Institute (Play at Home)

This game surprised us, and in a good way! Ok we got through it in no time at all and others may complete it quicker, but for only £8 it was surprisingly well put together and enjoyable to interact with

reviewed by Gord Tagged With: Play at Home, Purely Online

Riptide: The Lucky Ones (Play at Home)

Published: 7 April 2021

Riptide: The Lucky Ones (Play at Home)

I really didn’t know what we had let ourselves in for with The Lucky Ones, but life feels a little more complete now that we have played this. Go into this game with a clear mind and prepare to be immersed like you’ve never been immersed before!

reviewed by Gord Tagged With: Play at Home, Something Different

District 3: Interrogation Room (Play at Home)

Published: 7 April 2021

District 3: Interrogation Room (Play at Home)

Interrogation Room is on the tougher side, and was not at all what I was expecting story wise, but still full of the satisfying, and solid puzzles, and fun that I have come to expect from District 3.

reviewed by Liz Tagged With: Live Avatar, Play at Home

clueQuest: Operation E.G.G (Play at Home)

Published: 3 April 2021

clueQuest: Operation E.G.G (Play at Home)

Too much chocolate, or not enough, meant that we struggled with the puzzles in Operation E.G.G., but I could see other teams getting through it in no time at all. Likely fun for all the family, hide chapters around the house and make your team work for it!

reviewed by Gord Tagged With: Play at Home, Print and Play

Escape Rooms Ennis: O’Brien’s Cottage (Play at Home)

Published: 2 April 2021

Escape Rooms Ennis: O'Brien's Cottage (Play at Home)

This was a really well put together game and wasn’t at all what we were expecting. I guess you could loosely class this as a horror room, but really it would be great for all the family.

reviewed by Gord Tagged With: Live Avatar, Play at Home

District 3: Haunted (Play at Home)

Published: 23 March 2021

District 3: Haunted (Play at Home)

Haunted is one of those games that I wish we had actually had the opportunity to play in person, if only to experience the set first hand. But the format adopted by District 3 to bring Haunted online ensures that nothing missed and other aspects are enhanced

reviewed by Liz Tagged With: Live Avatar, Play at Home

Society of Curiosities: Madok’s Lost Treasure (Play at Home)

Published: 22 March 2021

Society of Curiosities: Madok's Lost Treasure (Play at Home)

We waited a long time to play Madok’s Lost Treasure (and just as long to review it), and boy was it worth the wait! We loved everything about it, and finishing it was bittersweet. We were happy to complete our journey, but sad that it had to end

reviewed by Gord Tagged With: Escape Boxes, Play at Home

Escape Rooms Ennis: Under Siege (Play at Home)

Published: 22 March 2021

Escape Rooms Ennis: Under Siege (Play at Home)

Like a history lesson mixed with an escape room. This room isn’t overly challenging or the most exciting in terms of set design, but it was a fun room and had some nice extra touches to make the experience feel a bit more immersive

reviewed by Gord Tagged With: Play at Home, Purely Online

Fast Familiar: Bad Altitude (Play at Home)

Published: 19 March 2021

Fast Familiar: Bad Altitude (Play at Home)

Bad Altitude is not a game to rush through (especially since you can’t, really). It is instead one to sit back and just enjoy the ride, as you tackle your first day on the job with A.I. Airlines.

reviewed by Gord Tagged With: Play at Home, Purely Online

Escapologic: Contraption (Play at Home)

Published: 17 March 2021

Escapologic: Contraption (Nottingham)

While I did enjoy Contraption more when we played in person, the online-avatar adaptation was still great fun, and well worth considering for your next remote escape.

reviewed by Liz Tagged With: Live Avatar, Play at Home

Farmer Ted: Farmer Ted and the Tractor-Related Injury (Play at Home)

Published: 17 March 2021

Farmer Ted: Farmer Ted and the Tractor-Related Injury (Play at Home)

This is not a bad game, it is also not a good game. I really don’t know what it is. Play it, you may enjoy it. Go in with an open mind and just prepare yourself for something ‘different’

reviewed by Gord Tagged With: Play at Home, Purely Online

Wacky Wheels: Cottage in the Woods (Play at Home)

Published: 17 March 2021

Wacky Wheels: Cottage in the Woods (Play at Home)

If you’re the competitive type then you’ll love the leaderboard for this game. If you’re a completionist then you may get annoyed by the clue system and ‘one chance’ system. We lost points on one question because we didn’t zoom out far enough. The puzzles are fair, mostly, but Wacky Wheels can’t account for our stupidity.

reviewed by Gord Tagged With: Play at Home, Print + Play

Fox in a Box: Virtual Bunker Experience (Play at Home)

Published: 17 March 2021

Fox in a Box: Virtual Bunker Experience (Play at Home)

Fox in a Box exceeded our expectations with this room and we had an enjoyable experience. Probably a great room for those new to online escape rooms, but those who have played a few may find this on the easier side.

reviewed by Gord Tagged With: Live Avatar, Play at Home

Great Scott Escapes: Who Killed Bugsy Marlowe (Play at Home)

Published: 16 March 2021

Great Scott Escapes: Who Killed Bugsy Marlowe (Play at Home)

In real life, I’m sure that this would be a good game to play, fortunately even online it is great fun. Great Scott have done a great job of digitising their room and this will be one that we are recommending for a long time. 

reviewed by Gord Tagged With: Play at Home, Purely Online

Enchambered: Together At Heart (Play at Home)

Published: 10 March 2021

Enchambered: Alone Together 3: Together At Heart (Play at Home)

We’ve enjoyed all the Alone Together games but this was our favourite, and possibly the most challenging. Play it as a team of two, or maybe four, and you’ll have a great experience

reviewed by Gord Tagged With: Play at Home, Purely Online

Escape Rooms Ennis: The Beach Bar (Play at Home)

Published: 10 March 2021

Escape Rooms Ennis: The Beach Bar (Play at Home)

Our first virtual trip to Ireland was a fun one and The Beach Bar was a great choice. A simple looking room but with added extras that make it fun from start to the end – just be warned, you may get a song or two stuck in your head after this!

reviewed by Gord Tagged With: Live Avatar, Play at Home

Escapologic: Heistakes (Play at Home)

Published: 9 March 2021

Escapologic: Heistakes (Nottingham)

Thanks to the adapted gameplay and story, this game translated really well to the online world. Escapologic are perfectionists and that shows in everything they do. It’s great to have more UK based avatar games coming online, this would be a good choice if you’re looking for a fun avatar game.

reviewed by Gord Tagged With: Live Avatar, Play at Home

Cryptic Enigmas: CSI Bristol – The Unusual Suspects (Play at Home)

Published: 7 March 2021

Cryptic Enigmas: CSI Bristol - The Unusual Suspects (Play at Home)

With physical and tangible items, The Unusual Suspects is one of the few games we have played in the last year that has come closest to truly replicating the feeling of an escape room at home, with loads of quality puzzles and the satisfaction of an actual lock to open

reviewed by Liz Tagged With: Escape Boxes, Play at Home

Lake Escapes: Modern Detective (Play at Home)

Published: 3 March 2021

Lake Escapes: Modern Detective (Play at Home)

At times we were frustrated with this game, but overall it was a decent game. I have no doubt that it would be better in real life, but for a digitised room it should still keep you entertained for at least an hour

reviewed by Gord Tagged With: Play at Home, Purely Online

Mythologic: The Island (Play at Home)

Published: 3 March 2021

Mythologic: The Island (Play at Home)

We really wanted to like this game but found the puzzles really let it down. It could be that the puzzles just didn’t click for us and you may enjoy it. If you do play this game, let us know how you get on.

reviewed by Gord Tagged With: Play at Home, Purely Online

Elgin Escape: Piper Asylum (Play at Home)

Published: 3 March 2021

Elgin Escape: Piper Asylum (Play at Home)

Since the emergence of play at home escape room style experiences emerged nearly a year ago, one of the most sought after types is one that allows teams to play collaboratively from near and far. With Piper Asylum, Elgin Escapes has added another enjoyable game that is perfectly suited to players across multiple households

reviewed by Gord Tagged With: Play at Home, Purely Online

Puzzle Punks: Save King’s Landing (Play at Home)

Published: 26 February 2021

Puzzle Punks: Save King's Landing (Play at Home)

With the 360 view, the inventory, and Sir Dontos, we had everything we needed to have an enjoyable stay in King’s Landing and came away from this game with that wonderful escape room buzz.

reviewed by Gord Tagged With: Live Avatar, Play at Home

The Panic Room: The Panic Room (Play at Home)

Published: 26 February 2021

The Panic Room: The Panic Room (Play at Home)

The Panic Room Puzzle Book Experience was similar to other games of a similar nature from The Panic Room, and had a few puzzling highlights, and a few tricky moments. Just remember: Don’t Panic!

reviewed by Liz Tagged With: Play at Home, Puzzle Books

The Panic Room: The Book of Grimm (Play at Home)

Published: 26 February 2021

The Panic Room: The Book of Grimm (Play at Home)

Escapers looking for a tangible play at home game that won’t break the bank and isn’t an Exit box would do well to look at the range of Puzzle Books from The Panic Room. The Book of Grimm had some solid puzzles and kept us entertained for well over an hour, while providing a nice dose of nostalgia for some favourite childhood stories

reviewed by Liz Tagged With: Play at Home, Puzzle Books

The Panic Room: Frankenstein’s Book (Play at Home)

Published: 26 February 2021

The Panic Room: Frankenstein's Book (Play at Home)

We had a bit of a love/hate relationship with this game. The idea is great, but we struggled on a few puzzles. Either way, if we’re going away for a break sometime, I could see us taking a couple puzzle books with us

reviewed by Gord Tagged With: Play at Home, Puzzle Books

Improbable Escapes: Cure for the Common Zombie (Play at Home)

Published: 18 February 2021

Improbable Escapes: Cure for the Common Zombie (Play at Home)

Can you have wholesome family friendly zombie fun? Apparently you can at Improbable Escapes. Unless of course, you’re concerned about a few severed limbs. I have little doubt that Cure for the Common Zombie would be better in person than remotely, but even online it was still good fun.

reviewed by Liz Tagged With: Live Avatar, Play at Home

clueQuest: Mechanics of the Heart (Play at Home)

Published: 11 February 2021

clueQuest: Mechanics of the Heart (Play at Home)

I think we could all use a little more love in these trying times, and whether you choose to play Mechanics of the Heart on Valentines Day, or not, the message is the same, and a perfect way to share the love with those you care about.

reviewed by Liz Tagged With: Play at Home, Print and Play

Sherlocked: The Vault (Play at Home)

Published: 4 February 2021

Sherlocked: The Vault (Play at Home)

There is no doubt this was an impressive set with a strong story, but we felt it was lacking in puzzles. With a lot of waiting and simplified puzzles, this game left us wanting more from our time in the Vault, either way, we’ll certainly give the ‘real’ room a try in real life when the world allows.

reviewed by Gord Tagged With: Live Avatar, Play at Home

Emergency Exit Escape Rooms: The Beast (Play at Home)

Published: 4 February 2021

Emergency Exit Escape Rooms: The Beast (Play at Home)

Horror or supernatural-themed games (zombies excluded) are not often my first choice when choosing  a game, and yet, The Virtual Exorcist is possibly my favourite online-avatar game that we’ve played to date, with The Beast close behind. Play them both – you won’t regret it.

reviewed by Liz Tagged With: Live Avatar, Play at Home

Escape New Haven: Before Moonrise (Play at Home)

Published: 4 February 2021

Escape New Haven: Before Moonrise (Play at Home)

This is a game that would be amazing in real life, even online it was really good fun. Some really clever technology and fun puzzles made this an enjoyable choice for Liz’s birthday game. This is a game that deserves to be played

reviewed by Gord Tagged With: Live Avatar, Play at Home

Post-a-Puzzle (Play at Home)

Published: 31 January 2021

Post-a-Puzzle (Play at Home)

If you want to send someone a message and want to make them work for it, then Post-a-Puzzle is a great choice. Ten puzzles, a card, and optional confetti makes it feel like a party! 

reviewed by Gord Tagged With: Play at Home, Something Different

Omescape: Pursuit of the Assassin Artist (Play at Home)

Published: 29 January 2021

Omescape: Pursuit of the Assassin Artist (Play at Home)

Unique, funny, surprising, clever, and occasionally shocking, Pursuit of the Assassin Artist was something I didn’t even realise was possible, let alone needed, in an escape game. If companies continue to create games like this, online escape games will persist long after we’re allowed to play in person once again. And I for one, will welcome it

reviewed by Liz Tagged With: Live Avatar, Play at Home

clueQuest: Prison of Memories – Part 1 (Play at Home)

Published: 26 January 2021

clueQuest: Prison of Memories - Part 1 (Play at Home)

We’ve enjoyed all of the Print+Cut+Escape games from clueQuest, and Prison of Memories – Part 1 was no exception, with its clever puzzles and high production value. Now, to patiently wait for Part 2…

reviewed by Liz Tagged With: Play at Home, Print + Play

Project M: Cold Fusion (Play at Home)

Published: 25 January 2021

Project M: Cold Fusion (Play at Home)

Reviewing this game was a hard one. A lot of work has gone into it, and there is a lot of game play with oodles of story. I think if we hadn’t got ‘lost’, we would have enjoyed it more. Saying that, if you’re looking for a game to really challenge you and have you questioning reality, then give this one a try

reviewed by Gord Tagged With: Play at Home, Purely Online

Puzzle Post: The Dupe (Play at Home)

Published: 20 January 2021

We love the concept of Puzzle Post and really enjoyed playing this game. As soon as we have a reason for sending this to someone, Puzzle Post will be our first choice. It’s on the easier side, but that doesn’t detract from the fun

reviewed by Gord Tagged With: Play at Home, Something Different

Eleven Puzzles: Unboxing the Mind of a Cryptic Killer (Play at Home)

Published: 17 January 2021

Eleven Puzzles: Unboxing the Mind of a Cryptic Killer (Play at Home)

The more I look back on this game, the more I realise how much I enjoyed it. I don’t know if they’re planning on making another one, but I really hope they do! Fun puzzles, a great interface, and just a really enjoyable game to play

reviewed by Gord Tagged With: Play at Home, Purely Online

CU Adventures: Solve our Shirts – Escape from the Maze of the Minotaur

Published: 12 January 2021

CU Adventures: Solve our Shirts - Escape from the Maze of the Minotaur

This is the game we didn’t know we needed, but we are so glad it exists! This game was great, and comes with a souvenir for your troubles. We need more nice things like this!

reviewed by Liz Tagged With: Play at Home

Theory 11 / Neil Patrick Harris: BoxONE (Play at Home)

Published: 10 January 2021

Theory 11 / Neil Patrick Harris: BoxONE (Play at Home)

Everything about BoxONE is top quality, and it was truly a delight to play. Enthusiasts won’t find it overly challenging but don’t let that stop you, it was a true delight

reviewed by Gord Tagged With: Escape Boxes, Play at Home

AIM Escape: Patient Zero 2150 (Play at Home)

Published: 8 January 2021

AIM Escape: Patient Zero 2150 (Play at Home)

We had a fantastic time playing Patient Zero 2150 online, but sometimes you play an online avatar escape game, and wish that you could have played it in person. I’m honestly not sure which experience would have been better, so if you can’t make it to London, you won’t be disappointed playing online

reviewed by Liz Tagged With: Live Avatar, Play at Home

Locurio: The Vanishing Act (Play at Home)

Published: 31 December 2020

Locurio: The Vanishing Act (Play at Home)

Perfectly modified from a real-life game, The Vanishing Act is a masterpiece in online game design. An inventory system that both helped and added extra challenges, a great gamesmaster, and an overall slickness that is rare in online games, make this a must play!

reviewed by Gord Tagged With: Live Avatar, Play at Home

UNLOCKED: The Return of the Magician (Play at Home)

Published: 31 December 2020

UNLOCKED: The Return of the Magician (Play at Home)

The Return of the Magician incorporated magic and just a bit of mystery to bring to life a thoroughly enjoyable game with wonderfully satisfying puzzles, suitable for the whole family, or just a group of friends that want to get together for a digital adventure.

reviewed by Liz Tagged With: Live Avatar, Play at Home

Trapped Puzzle Rooms: The Heist (Play at Home)

Published: 31 December 2020

Trapped Puzzle Rooms: The Heist (Play at Home)

Some really unique puzzles and a good use of Telescape helped make this one of the few ‘Heist’ rooms that we have enjoyed. The real life room is possibly better, but the online version is sure to entertain

reviewed by Gord Tagged With: Live Avatar, Play at Home

Fast Familiar: National Elf Service (Play at Home)

Published: 23 December 2020

Fast Familiar: National Elf Service (Play at Home)

National Elf Service is an interactive Christmas audio adventure, perfect for a holiday celebration unlike any in recent memory. Bonus points if you gather your team and play on Christmas Eve, as I really can’t think of a better way to get into the holiday spirit, and save Christmas

reviewed by Gord Tagged With: Christmas, Play at Home, Purely Online

Sara Lee Trust: The Detective that Saved Christmas (Play at Home)

Published: 23 December 2020

Sara Lee Trust: The Detective that Saved Christmas (Play at Home)

This won’t keep enthusiasts busy for long, but apparently inexperienced teams often take an hour to finish it. It’s a cute little game with a fun ending and a good option if you’re looking for a festive ‘whodunnit’

reviewed by Gord Tagged With: Christmas, Play at Home, Purely Online

RC Escapes: A Christmas Carol (Play at Home)

Published: 21 December 2020

RC Escapes: A Christmas Carol (Play at Home)

We weren’t massive fans of a few puzzles, but Christmas wouldn’t be complete without a visit from the Ghosts of Christmas Past, Present, and Future, and thanks to RC Escapes, we can all now enjoy the Dickens’ classic as an escape game

reviewed by Liz Tagged With: Christmas, Play at Home, Purely Online

Mystery Mail: School of Witchcraft and Wizardry (Play at Home)

Published: 16 December 2020

Mystery Mail: School of Witchcraft and Wizardry (Play at Home)

Of the three puzzle cards currently on offer from Mystery Mail, School of Witchcraft and Wizardry was our favourite and stood out as something special. This card is a completely magical way to tell someone something special

reviewed by Liz Tagged With: Play at Home, Something Different

Mystery Mail: A Very Merry Christmas (Play at Home)

Published: 16 December 2020

Mystery Mail: A Very Merry Christmas (Play at Home)

Are you looking for a different sort of holiday greeting card to send to the Escape Room Enthusiasts/puzzle fiends in your life? A Very Merry Christmas from Mystery Mail offers a fun alternative to the traditional cards that are the hallmark of the season

reviewed by Liz Tagged With: Christmas, Play at Home, Something Different

Mystery Mail: Catch me if you Can (Play at Home)

Published: 16 December 2020

Mystery Mail: Catch me if you Can (Play at Home)

As a system, Mystery Mail is solid and a great way to deliver a message to a friend (while making them work for it). This wasn’t our favourite of their games, but it did have the most serious theme so probably not the best for Christmas.

reviewed by Gord Tagged With: Play at Home, Something Different

Headlock Escape Rooms: Cracking Christmas (Play at Home)

Published: 15 December 2020

Headlock Escape Rooms: Cracking Christmas (Play at Home)

This is 100% a family friendly game, and if you’re looking for some festive fun to get you in the Christmas mood, then this will make for a Cracking Christmas (see what we did there?)

reviewed by Gord Tagged With: Christmas, Live Avatar, Play at Home

The Locked Room: Operation Code Black (Play at Home)

Published: 13 December 2020

The Locked Room: Operation Code Black (Play at Home)

This game is a step-up on their previous game but we found ourselves being more frustrated rather than enjoying it. With a bit of tweaking to the interface, a few enhancements to the puzzles, and a better and more graduated clue system, then this could be a decent game thanks to the sheer amount of content it contains.

reviewed by Gord Tagged With: Play at Home, Purely Online

Bewilder Box and Eltham Escape: B.R.U.C.E Saves Christmas (Play at Home)

Published: 9 December 2020

Bewilder Box and Eltham Escape: B.R.U.C.E Saves Christmas (Play at Home)

If you are looking for a festive game that is suitable for the whole family, full of satisfying puzzles, terrible jokes, and of course, mince pies, look no further. B.R.U.C.E. Saves Christmas is a perfect game for a socially distanced holiday gathering

reviewed by Liz Tagged With: Christmas, Play at Home, Purely Online

Improbable Escapes: The Hot Chocolate Incident (Play at Home)

Published: 7 December 2020

Improbable Escapes: The Hot Chocolate Incident (Play at Home)

Does the perfect Christmas game exist? Well, I can’t say for sure, but if it isn’t, then The Hot Chocolate Incident comes pretty close, and I can’t think of a more perfect way to get into the holiday spirit

reviewed by Liz Tagged With: Christmas, Live Avatar, Play at Home

Clue HQ: The Hunt for the Clueminati – Part 4: Genesis (Play at Home)

Published: 7 December 2020

Clue HQ: The Hunt for the Clueminati – Part 4: Genesis (Play at Home)

Genesis is another solid offering from Clue HQ, presented in the same format as the earlier games in the series. If you’re on the lookout for something that can be played remotely with ease, you can’t go wrong with any of games in The Hunt for the Clueminati series.

reviewed by Gord Tagged With: Play at Home, Purely Online

Co-Decode: Oldervik Online – Chapter 3, On Course for Kantawe (Play at Home)

Published: 6 December 2020

Co-Decode: Oldervik Online - Chapter 3, On Course for Kantawe (Play at Home)

On Course for Kantawe is certainly a mission, with four to six hours of gameplay, and is definitely one for those that are up for a challenge. If you haven’t already played A Jewel in Jeopardy or Operative Onboard, start there. If you have, well then, what are you waiting for?

reviewed by Liz Tagged With: Play at Home, Print + Play

Edaqa’s Room: Carnival (Play at Home)

Published: 4 December 2020

Edaqa's Room: Carnival (Play at Home)

If you’re looking for some light-hearted family friendly fun, with some trickier puzzles to keep your brains sharp, Carnival is an excellent option, and perfect for remote teams.

reviewed by Liz Tagged With: Play at Home, Purely Online

Hounds Escape: Questionable Ethics (Crawley)

Published: 1 December 2020

Hounds Escape: Questionable Ethics (Crawley)

Hounds Escape have managed to take everything that I’ve loved about other venues I’ve visited and games I’ve played and put them all under one roof. Questionable Ethics is a superb game

reviewed by Gord Tagged With: Crawley, Team of Two

RC Escapes: The Curse of Amberly Manor (Play at Home)

Published: 30 November 2020

RC Escapes: The Curse of Amberly Manor (Play at Home)

This was a fun game, although we enjoyed their first game more. Decent puzzles, a creepy vibe, and some clever interactions made it enjoyable, although don’t forget, you really only have 60 minutes

reviewed by Gord Tagged With: Play at Home, Purely Online

ESC The Game: ESC From Sub TXI (Play at Home)

Published: 29 November 2020

ESC The Game: ESC From Sub TXI (Play at Home)

We were impressed with ESC the Game’s first offering to the world of online escaping, and ESC From Sub TXI is equally as enjoyable, if not more so. With an arguably near-perfect online interface for remote teams, coupled with clever puzzles and a nice game flow, Sub TXI is one to consider

reviewed by Liz Tagged With: Play at Home, Purely Online

Paradox Parlours: Maxwell Mysteries – The Disappearing Diamond (Play at Home)

Published: 27 November 2020

Paradox Parlours: Maxwell Mysteries - The Disappearing Diamond (Play at Home)

Paradox Parlour’s first play-at-home escape game is as excellent as their first physical escape room, and The Disappearing Diamond is not to be overlooked when planning your next game night. I can only hope that there will be more Maxwell Mysteries to come in future.

reviewed by Liz Tagged With: Play at Home, Print + Play

Emergency Exit Escape Rooms: The Virtual Exorcist (Play at Home)

Published: 25 November 2020

Emergency Exit Escape Rooms: The Virtual Exorcist (Play at Home)

We loved everything about this game, and strangely lost all concept of time. We knew we had a time limit but we were so captivated by the game that time became a foreign concept. Exceptional hosting, great puzzles, and full on immersion

reviewed by Gord Tagged With: Live Avatar, Play at Home

Headlock Escape Rooms: The Mystic Ruins (Play at Home)

Published: 24 November 2020

Headlock Escape Rooms: The Mystic Ruins (Play at Home)

If you’re thinking about trying your first (or even your 101st) online avatar game, I heartily recommend giving The Mystic Ruins a try. It’s an exceptional game, with a wonderful host that is perfect for beginners and enthusiasts alike

reviewed by Liz Tagged With: Live Avatar, Play at Home

Mystery Mansion: DTF: Drag Task Force and the Fabulous Flo Mingo  (Play at Home)

Published: 21 November 2020

Mystery Mansion: DTF: Drag Task Force and the Fabulous Flo Mingo  (Play at Home)

DTF is delightful, campy fun, made even better by the interaction with FloBot. Filled with laughs aplenty, satisfying puzzles, and all the glitz and glamour  I expect from a drag show

reviewed by Liz Tagged With: Live Avatar, Play at Home

Mystery Mansion: Night Terrors (Play at Home)

Published: 21 November 2020

Mystery Mansion: Night Terrors (Play at Home)

Nothing about this room terrorised us, we loved it. A good use of Telescape and live video made for a slick and seamless game. The star of the show though was our avatar who brought the character to life and really made this game special.

reviewed by Gord Tagged With: Live Avatar, Play at Home

Play Dead London: A Deadly Dose – A Victorian Mystery (Play at Home)

Published: 7 November 2020

Play Dead London: A Deadly Dose - A Victorian Mystery

We really had no idea what to expect from A Deadly Dose, and although it has become abundantly clear that we should probably not take up a second career in detecting, it was a fantastic experience.

reviewed by Liz Tagged With: Misc, Play at Home

Russ Builds: Airlock (Play at Home)

Published: 2 November 2020

Russ Builds: Airlock (Play at Home)

A very different experience to other live games, Russ is creating experiences that keep getting better. A fun score system, challenging puzzles and impressive props – if you can get a slot, you won’t be disappointed

reviewed by Gord Tagged With: Live Avatar, Play at Home

Escape Rooms Middlemoor: Peaky Blinders (Highbridge)

Published: 1 November 2020

Escape Rooms Middlemoor: Steam Punk (Highbridge)

Our experience of this room was equal parts frustration and enjoyment, I’m not sure which won out in the end. A few minor tweaks to the game and I think it would be a lot better. Bring your search A-game!

reviewed by Gord Tagged With: Highbridge, Team of Two

Escape Rooms Middlemoor: Steampunk (Highbridge)

Published: 1 November 2020

Escape Rooms Middlemoor: Steam Punk (Highbridge)

Steam Punk is a decent game – good for escape room newbies, and worth a visit for enthusiasts if you’re in the area anyway. It started out as a good game, but quickly became a bit frustrating

reviewed by Liz Tagged With: Highbridge, Team of Two

CU Adventures: Floor 13 (Play at Home)

Published: 30 October 2020

CU Adventures: Floor 13 (Play at Home)

This is a game that we thoroughly enjoyed, I can’t decide if we enjoyed it as much as The Lost Temple, but it was pretty close. That’ll be two CU Adventures games we’re now recommending! Skip Netflix, this is a great way to spend your night!

reviewed by Gord Tagged With: Play at Home, Print + Play

M4 Escapes: Dino Deadlock (Chippenham)

Published: 30 October 2020

M4 Escapes: Dino Deadlock (Chippenham)

If you’re a fan of dinosaurs and escape rooms then this is a room you must try. A beautiful set, decent puzzles, and a really fun ending made our detour 100% worth it!

reviewed by Gord Tagged With: Chippenham, Team of Two

Society of Curiosities: The Bewitched Circus (Play at Home)

Published: 29 October 2020

Society of Curiosities: The Bewitched Circus (Play at Home)

If you’re looking for an immersive, family-friendly adventure you can’t go wrong with The Bewitched Circus. The game is perfect for Halloween, but don’t worry, any spooky theming is very light, and the game would be a delight at any time of year

reviewed by Liz Tagged With: Play at Home, Purely Online

The Escape Game: Truth Seekers (Play at Home)

Published: 29 October 2020

The Escape Game: Truth Seekers (Play at Home)

For a free game, this was fun. The room was up to the usual ‘The Escape Game’ standards and the puzzles were really rather satisfying. Our avatar slowed the pace which ruined our flow a little, but if you get a chance to get a slot for this game, do it.

reviewed by Gord Tagged With: Live Avatar, Play at Home

DarkPark: Witchery Spell (Play at Home)

Published: 27 October 2020

DarkPark: Witchery Spell (Play at Home)

This is probably one of the most immersive play at home games we have played so far. It carries a premium price, but I doubt you will find anything else like it out there. We felt like it promised a bit more magic than it actually delivered, but it was still a delight to play.

reviewed by Gord Tagged With: Escape Boxes, Play at Home

Houdini’s: Extinct (Escape from Jurassic Island ) (Southampton)

Published: 27 October 2020

Houdini’s: Extinct (Escape from Jurassic Island ) (Southampton)

Extinct is a must-play game. From the moment you start, it’s an adventure, straight through to the heart-pounding conclusion. With an awesome set, tactile and pleasing puzzles, and an intricate narrative, Extinct (Escape from Jurassic Island) is everything I want an escape room to be.

reviewed by Gord Tagged With: Southampton, Team of Two

Houdini’s: Escape from Alcatraz (Southampton)

Published: 27 October 2020

Houdini's: Escape from Alcatraz (Southampton)

Prison break rooms are probably one of the most common themed rooms out there, but this is one of the better ones. Quite a search heavy room at times, but the puzzles were fair and the signposting was decent

reviewed by Gord Tagged With: Southampton, Team of Two

Clue Cracker: Diamond Dogs (Tunbridge Wells)

Published: 26 October 2020

Clue Cracker: Diamond Dogs (Tunbridge Wells)

Diamond Dogs has shown that it’s true you should never judge a book by its cover, proving that a heist game can be adrenaline-fuelled, immersive and exciting; full of twists and turns, inventive puzzles, and with a strong story. TL; DR – this game is fantastic

reviewed by Liz Tagged With: Team of Two, Tunbridge Wells

Escape Hunt: Enola Holmes (Play at Home)

Published: 26 October 2020

Escape Hunt: Enola Holmes (Play at Home)

Theming is probably the biggest strength of this game. The imagery was beautiful and the story was woven into it well but the puzzles were weak. Worth playing, but print in black and white to save some money

reviewed by Gord Tagged With: Play at Home, Print + Play

The Adventure is REAL: Agent Venture Episode 3 – B.A.D. Side of the Moon (Play-at-Home)

Published: 25 October 2020

The Adventure is REAL: Agent Venture Episode 3 - B.A.D. Side of the Moon (Play-at-Home)

The first games were great, this game was even greater. It was harder, more intense, slicker, and just generally another top quality game. This game will get the adrenaline going for sure!

reviewed by Gord Tagged With: Live Avatar, Play at Home

Lock and Code: The Music Box (Weston-Super-Mare)

Published: 25 October 2020

Lock and Code: The Music Box (Weston-Super-Mare)

While The Music Box isn’t my favourite game from Lock & Code (that honour goes to Dead on the Hour), it’s a solid game. I’d be more inclined to recommend it to escape room newcomers, but even from an enthusiast standpoint, it’s worth a go if you’re in the area.

reviewed by Gord Tagged With: Team of Two, Weston-Super-Mare

Lock and Code: Homecoming (Taunton)

Published: 25 October 2020

Lock and Code: Homecoming (Taunton)

Homecoming takes place in a massive space and plays out in a mostly linear fashion. You’re unlikely to be blown away by the set, but you may see a puzzle or two that you haven’t seen before.

reviewed by Gord Tagged With: Taunton, Team of Two

clueQuest: Halloween Survival Escape Training (Play at Home)

Published: 24 October 2020

clueQuest: Halloween Survival Escape Training (Play at Home)

It’s incredibly important to be able to correctly identify the various creatures that go bump in the night, and know how to respond accordingly. With excellent Halloween theming, family friendly content, clever puzzles, and beautiful artwork, clueQuest’s Halloween Survival Escape Training is a delightful way to to get into the mood for the Spookiest Time of Year

reviewed by Liz Tagged With: Play at Home, Print + Play

Armchair Escapist: Dragon Egg Quest (for Kids) (Play at Home)

Published: 23 October 2020

Armchair Escapist: Dragon Egg Quest (for Kids) (Play at Home)

For £3 (and some printing) you really can’t go wrong with this game. Spend some time setting it up like a real quest and I can imagine that kids will love it. The story is solid, the artwork is very good, and there’s even a certificate at the end of the quest

reviewed by Gord Tagged With: Just for Kids, Play at Home, Print + Play

Clue Cracker: Temple Quest (Tunbridge Wells)

Published: 21 October 2020

Clue Cracker: Temple Quest (Tunbridge Wells)

There is no doubt that this room is going into both of our Top 10’s, it was great. Great is the word to describe it, great puzzles, great design, great hosts, great fun! 

reviewed by Gord Tagged With: Team of Two, Tunbridge Wells

clueQuest: timeQuest Kids, The Earlybirds (Play at Home)

Published: 21 October 2020

clueQuest: timeQuest Kids, The Earlybirds (Play at Home)

If you have kids who want to try out escape rooms (from home), then this is 100% the one you should try. It’s beautifully assembled, has fun puzzles, offers a mental challenge and has delightful physical interactions. Why didn’t this type of thing exist when I was a kid?! 

reviewed by Gord Tagged With: Just for Kids, Play at Home, Print + Play

60out: Orion’s Ridiculous Revenge (Play at Home)

Published: 18 October 2020

60out: Orion's Ridiculous Revenge (Play at Home)

Even if it wasn’t free, this would have been a good game. It was hilarious from start to end and had us in hysterics throughout. The puzzles were good fun, but really came second to the humour, innuendos, and story. 

reviewed by Gord Tagged With: Play at Home, Purely Online

Hourglass Escapes: Evil Dead 2 (Play at Home)

Published: 18 October 2020

Hourglass Escapes: Evil Dead 2 (Play at Home)

Even if you have never seen Evil Dead 2, or even if you have and are not a fan, this experience is truly exceptional. No, really; there’s a reason this is regarded as one of the best remote games out there right now, even with the relatively hefty price tag.

reviewed by Liz Tagged With: Live Avatar, Play at Home

Hourglass Escapes: Ghostly Galleon (Play at Home)

Published: 18 October 2020

Hourglass Escapes: Ghostly Galleon (Play at Home)

The Ghostly Galleon was a really fun pirate themed room, that was enhanced by a great gamesmaster. For us, it was not quite as good as their Evil Dead II room, but they did set the bar very high with that game. Any way you look at it, this is a good game

reviewed by Gord Tagged With: Live Avatar, Play at Home

Swamp: The Mermaid’s Tongue (Play at Home)

Published: 16 October 2020

Swamp Motel: The Mermaid's Tongue (Play at Home)

As with Plymouth Point, the less we say about this game, the better it will be for you. Just go into this game expecting mystery, intrigue, sleuthing, and twists and turns a plenty.

reviewed by Gord Tagged With: Play at Home, Purely Online

Deadlocked: The Movember Virtual Moscape Room (Play at Home)

Published: 13 October 2020

Deadlocked: The Movember Virtual Moscape Room (Play at Home)

With a catchy theme song, immersive narrative, wacky humour, and clever puzzles, not to mention achievements to unlock and a nifty completion certificate, there’s nothing not to love about The Movember Virtual Escape Room

reviewed by Liz Tagged With: Play at Home, Purely Online

Puzzalogical: The Secret of the Vault (Bracknell)

Published: 12 October 2020

Puzzalogical: The Secret of the Vault (Bracknell)

A good use of tech, and two tools/props that were very satisfying to use will give us something to remember this room by. A couple of ‘trial-and-error’ puzzles are ones we’d rather forget.

reviewed by Gord Tagged With: Bracknell, Team of Two

Exit the Room: Zombie Apocalypse (Play at Home)

Published: 11 October 2020

With a few tweaks to up the immersion factor, Zombie Apocalypse could be a fun way to spend an hour online, but with a price tag of £109, the game really should have been something spectacular. Unfortunately, it’s just not there yet, and despite the efforts of our lovely avatar, our experience just fell a bit flat

reviewed by Liz Tagged With: Live Avatar, Play at Home

Exit The Room: Prison (Play at Home)

Published: 11 October 2020

A jovial host probably made this game a bit better than it could have been, but a few tweaks are needed to the game to make it translate well into a well-rounded online experience

reviewed by Gord Tagged With: Live Avatar, Play at Home

The Detective Society: The Disappearance of Claire Makova – Episode One (Play at Home)

Published: 9 October 2020

The Detective Society: The Disappearance of Claire Makova - Episode One (Play at Home)

In their marketing, The Detective Society promises to deliver an “immersive, narrative-driven world,” and they certainly haven’t disappointed. If you enjoyed games like The Network, Hunting a Killer, and Missing, (among others), this is definitely one for you, and well worth the price.

reviewed by Liz Tagged With: Escape Boxes, Play at Home

Exit the Room: Murder (Play at Home)

Published: 6 October 2020

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I wish I could be as enthusiastic about the game, but with a price tag over £100, Murder fell short of expectations, even with a lovely host.

reviewed by Liz Tagged With: Live Avatar, Play at Home

MindTrap: Operation Nightwalker (Play at Home)

Published: 30 September 2020

MindTrap: Operation Nightwalker (Play at Home)

Top quality acting from our avatar, combined with a wonderful set and puzzles make this room an instant hit. Horror with a pinch of humour, or humour with a pinch of horror, I’m not sure which – just play it and see.

reviewed by Gord Tagged With: Live Avatar, Play at Home

The Escape Game: Hanna Unlocked (Play at Home)

Published: 23 September 2020

The Escape Game: Hanna Unlocked (Play at Home)

Yet another solid game from The Escape Game. You don’t need any knowledge from the series ‘Hanna’ to play and succeed with Hanna Unlocked, plus it’s free, so really what do you have to lose by giving it a try?

reviewed by Gord Tagged With: Play at Home, Purely Online

Russ Builds: Endgame (Play at Home)

Published: 20 September 2020

Russ Builds: Endgame (Play at Home)

Although the design is basic, the puzzles are solid and the game is good fun. Considering it is currently free to play (although donations are gratefully received and will be used for the next build), it’s well worth a go. But be quick – Endgame is departing mid-October to make way for a new remote escape experience

reviewed by Liz Tagged With: Live Avatar, Play at Home

Sinapsis: Smile (Play at Home)

Published: 19 September 2020

Sinapsis: Smile (Play at Home)

This game further blurs the line between video games and escape rooms, probably swaying more to the former rather than the latter. If you want a laptop killing and challenging communication heavy game, then this one could be worth a try – plus it’s really rather cheap ($4 at time of writing)

reviewed by Gord Tagged With: Play at Home, Purely Online

Control the Escape: Villainous Vaccine Ventures (Play at Home)

Published: 16 September 2020

Control the Escape: Villainous Vaccine Ventures (Play at Home)

A basic but generally enjoyable point-and-click game. This game has a DIY feel about it but it’s better than some ‘professional’ games we’ve played. We’re looking forward to seeing what comes next from Control the Escape, hopefully a little more signposting.

reviewed by Gord Tagged With: Play at Home, Purely Online

The Panic Room:  The Exorcism of Isabelle (Play-at Home)

Published: 16 September 2020

The Panic Room:  The Exorcism of Isabelle (Play-at Home)

The Exorcism of Isabelle was our first foray into the world of The Panic Room’s puzzle book/print and play options, and it was not a disappointment. With some mechanics that were vaguely reminiscent of the games in the Exit the Game series, and satisfying puzzles, The Exorcism of Isabelle could be a perfect choice for a game night.

reviewed by Liz Tagged With: Play at Home, Puzzle Books

Trapped: Carnival (Play at Home)

Published: 14 September 2020

Trapped: Carnival (Play at Home)

As the easiest of the games on offer from Trapped, Carnival is a perfect choice for the whole family (aged 8+ according to Trapped). Thanks to the format and the puzzle styles, I can see this being a great hit at a children’s birthday party, or even the next family reunion

reviewed by Liz Tagged With: Escape Boxes, Play at Home

Edaqa’s Room: Prototype (Play at Home)

Published: 11 September 2020

Edaqa's Room: Prototype (Play at Home)

If you’re looking for a light-hearted point-and-click escape room then they probably don’t come much more light-hearted than Edaqa’s room: Prototype. It kept us occupied and entertained for around 50 minutes and managed to provide puzzles we hadn’t seen before

reviewed by Gord Tagged With: Play at Home, Purely Online

Trapped: The Art Heist (Play at Home)

Published: 11 September 2020

Trapped: The Art Heist (Play-at-Home)

Trapped have raised the bar for my expectations from an escape room in a box. The Art Heist is possibly on the easier side for hard-core escape enthusiasts but would be perfect for a family get-together

reviewed by Liz Tagged With: Escape Boxes, Play at Home

QuestVenture: Cocktails, Spies and Murder (Play at Home)

Published: 31 August 2020

QuestVenture: Cocktails, Spies and Murder (Play at Home)

If you’re looking for a game that you can play with the family and get everyone involved, then this is a strong contender for your choice. It’s well put together and has fun puzzles, plus an online leaderboard to give you something to aim for (if you care about those things)

reviewed by Gord Tagged With: Play at Home, Purely Online

Oblivity Podcast: The Profoctor Predicament (Play at Home)

Published: 31 August 2020

Oblivity Podcast: The Profoctor Predicament (Play at Home)

A story driven game that takes a while to play because of all the narrative. If you’re looking for a quick game that you can rush through, then this probably isn’t one for you. However, if you want a game that sucks you into a new world, then give this one a try

reviewed by Gord Tagged With: Play at Home, Purely Online

Swamp: Plymouth Point (Play at Home)

Published: 31 August 2020

Swamp Motel: Plymouth Point (Play at Home)

This game had twists and turns aplenty! Play Plymouth Point without knowing what to expect, and an open mind and you are in for a good time. This isn’t your typical online game, this is like being in your own immersive online thriller movie!

reviewed by Gord Tagged With: Play at Home, Purely Online

Mystery Mansion: Seen (Play at Home)

Published: 31 August 2020

Mystery Mansion: Seen (Play-at-Home)

Gather your closest friends (or enemies), put your own tiny humans to bed (if you have any), and get ready to accept a remote “babysitting job.” Seen really is no ordinary experience

reviewed by Liz Tagged With: Live Avatar, Play at Home

Mystery Mansion: Detective’s Office (Play at Home)

Published: 31 August 2020

Mystery Mansion: Detective's Office (Play at Home)

An office space is unlikely to blow you away with its set design, but solid puzzles and great games mastering makes this a fun family-friendly experience

reviewed by Gord Tagged With: Live Avatar, Play at Home

The Adventure is REAL: Agent Venture Episode 2 – Cyborg Island (Play at Home)

Published: 29 August 2020

The Adventure is REAL: Agent Venture Episode 2 - Cyborg Island (Play-at-Home)

I didn’t realise that it was possible to have more fun than I did playing The Heist, but Cyborg Island has surpassed its predecessor. Well done TAiR, well done

reviewed by Liz Tagged With: Live Avatar, Play at Home

Epic Escapes: Hijack, Piracy, and Crime (Play at Home)

Published: 26 August 2020

Epic Escapes: Hijack, Piracy, and Crime (Play at Home)

The games from Epic Escapes are one of the only play-at-home experiences we’ve found that, when played correctly, can accurately and easily transport an escape room into your living room. If you’re looking for something to spice up your usual boardgame night, look no further

reviewed by Liz Tagged With: Escape Boxes, Play at Home

Legendary Quests: Project Avatar (Play at Home)

Published: 23 August 2020

Legendary Quests: Project Avatar 

If I had to use one word to describe this experience it would be ‘bonkers’. This was a whirlwind from start to end and was a lot more fun than I expected it to be. If you can get over the very high price point, then it is worth giving it a try just to experience something different

reviewed by Gord Tagged With: Live Avatar, Play at Home

Puzzle Post: The Missed Flight (Play at Home)

Published: 8 August 2020

Puzzle Post: The Missed Flight (Play at Home)

Puzzle Post is a great concept, perfectly delivered (no pun intended) and has so many uses. Party invitation? Pregnancy reveal? Happy Birthday message? So many options!

reviewed by Gord Tagged With: Play at Home, Something Different

Escape One Algarve: Final Call (Play at Home)

Published: 6 August 2020

Escape One Algarve: Final Call (Play at Home)

Final Call was full of humour, pleasing puzzles, and of course, Zombies. But it was the finale that really made it something special, and has firmly cemented the game in my mind as one of the most unique experiences we’ve had while escaping online

reviewed by Liz Tagged With: Live Avatar, Play at Home

Escape One Algarve: Atlantis (Play at Home)

Published: 6 August 2020

Escape One Algarve: Atlantis (Play at Home)

I often see requests for games that are “family-friendly,” and I wholeheartedly recommend Atlantis! In fact, I would recommend it even if your family doesn’t contain any children

reviewed by Liz Tagged With: Live Avatar, Play at Home

Castle Escapes: The Hunt for the Crimson Fang (Play at Home)

Published: 6 August 2020

Castle Escapes: The Hunt for the Crimson Fang (Play at Home)

The Hunt for the Crimson Fang was completely bonkers (but in a good way). Of course, with a name for the operation like The Nocturnal Underground Tactical Squad, we really should have been prepared for this, after all, what sort of covert operation gives themselves the name NUTS?

reviewed by Liz Tagged With: Live Avatar, Play at Home

clueQuest: Print+Cut+Escape – Episode 3: Humanity 2.0 (Play at Home)

Published: 1 August 2020

clueQuest: Print+Cut+Escape – Episode 3: Humanity 2.0 (Play at Home)

clueQuest have added another excellent play-at-home option to their already stellar collection. Humanity 2.0 continues the narrative begun with Stolen IQ, and takes the series through to its conclusion

reviewed by Liz Tagged With: Play at Home, Print + Play

Escape from the Room: Return of Old Maid Milly (Epsom)

Published: 25 July 2020

Return of Old Maid Milly, Escape from the Room (Epsom)

This was our first post-lockdown physical escape room, and it was a good one. Escape from the Room have upped their game and we would have no problems recommending this room

reviewed by Gord Tagged With: London, Team of Two

Next Level Escape: Temporal Tangle (Play at Home)

Published: 21 July 2020

Next Level Escape: Temporal Tangle (Play at Home)

I loved this game, so much so that I played it twice. If you’re looking for a digital game that has subtle humour, a strong story, and great puzzles, then this is the game for you

reviewed by Gord Tagged With: Play at Home, Purely Online

Agent November: Virtual X-Caper (Play at Home)

Published: 16 July 2020

Agent November: Virtual X-Caper (Play at Home)

Agent November’s Virtual X-Caper is a standout in the world of remote escaping, filled with humour, spy drama, and of course, some pleasing puzzles

reviewed by Liz Tagged With: Live Avatar, Play at Home

Trapped: The Bank Job (Escape Box)

Published: 16 July 2020

Trapped: Bank Job (Box Game)

Christmas? Family holiday? Friends over? This could be what you’re looking for if you want a night of play at home escape room fun. Trapped takes the escape room out of the box and firmly plants it in your home. Experienced puzzlers won’t struggle with this game but there may be a few puzzles that have you scratching your heads for a few minutes

reviewed by Gord Tagged With: Escape Boxes, Play at Home

Hysteria: The Forgotten Realm II (Play at Home)

Published: 13 July 2020

Hysteria: The Forgotten Realm II (Play at Home)

Ignoring some questionable accents, this was a fun game and arguably the best online game we’ve played by Hysteria so far. I could easily see this game being a family favourite

reviewed by Gord Tagged With: Play at Home, Purely Online

MindTrap: Gold Rush (Play at Home)

Published: 11 July 2020

Mind Trap: Gold Rush (Play at Home)

This is a must play room. It’s as simple as that. A wonderful host, a beautiful set that seems to keep surprising you, and a hugely satisfying ending

reviewed by Gord Tagged With: Live Avatar, Play at Home

Bewilder Box & Eltham Escape: Sector X: The B.R.U.C.E. Project Part 2 (Play at Home)

Published: 9 July 2020

Bewilder Box & Eltham Escape: Sector X: The B.R.U.C.E. Project Part 2 (Play at Home)

Part 2 of The B.R.U.C.E. Project was a fun game and provided a sense of closure to the narrative that began with Part 1

reviewed by Liz Tagged With: Play at Home, Purely Online

District 3: The Cabin (Play at Home)

Published: 8 July 2020

District 3: The Cabin (Play at Home)

The Cabin was fun, and David a good host. At $27.00 CAD per person, it is well priced for a live-avatar style escape, and would be a decent choice for anyone looking to try out the format for the first time

reviewed by Liz Tagged With: Live Avatar, Play at Home

Conundroom: Imaginarium (Play at Home)

Published: 6 July 2020

Conundroom: Imaginarium (Play at Home)

Imaginarium is a delightful little free game, enjoyable for all, but particularly perfect for families. If you want to try a digital escape room with the kids, it’s definitely one to try

reviewed by Liz Tagged With: Play at Home, Purely Online

Complex Rooms: Legends of Canada (Play at Home)

Published: 6 July 2020

Complex Rooms: Legends of Canada (Play at Home)

We enjoyed this game as it felt like good clean fun, it was a bonus to learn some Canadian history. Canadians will likely have an easier time with this game, but non-Canadians should still enjoy

reviewed by Gord Tagged With: Play at Home, Purely Online

The Escape Game: The Heist – Vol. 2: The Silk Road (Play at Home)

Published: 5 July 2020

The Escape Game: The Heist - Vol. 2: The Silk Road (Play at Home)

Of the two digital games currently available from The Escape Game, we felt that The Silk Road was the stronger, but only just, and we’re looking forward to the eventual release of Vol. 3

reviewed by Liz Tagged With: Play at Home, Purely Online

Creators United: A Lost Memory (Play at Home)

Published: 3 July 2020

Creators United: A Lost Memory (Play at Home)

A Lost Memory was a perfect rainy day activity, that could be spread out for hours (or days) of entertainment. It’s on the more challenging side, but it’s perfect for people that love puzzles

reviewed by Liz Tagged With: Play at Home, Purely Online

The Escape Game: The Heist – Vol. 1: Chasing Hahn (Play at Home)

Published: 1 July 2020

The Escape Game: The Heist - Vol. 1: Chasing Hahn (Play at Home)

Chasing Hahn was put together very well (as we expected from TEG), with solid puzzles, a clean interface, and a great hint system, this is a great collaborative game to play with friends

reviewed by Gord Tagged With: Play at Home, Purely Online

Fox in a Box: A Perfect Day to Save the World (Play at Home)

Published: 29 June 2020

Fox in a Box: A Perfect Day to Save the World (Play at Home)

A point-and-click game that had some good puzzles and was well assembled, for £8 it’s on the money. If you like point-and-click style games then this is a good choice, although it may not keep you occupied for too long

reviewed by Liz Tagged With: Play at Home, Purely Online

Sinapsis: Diabolic Escape (Play at Home)

Published: 29 June 2020

Sinapsis: Diabolic Escape (Play at Home)

This was possibly more video game than escape room, and very nearly killed our computers. If you’re looking for different, this is certainly that!

reviewed by Gord Tagged With: Play at Home, Purely Online

Vortex Escapes: N.O.O.M Project (Play at Home)

Published: 29 June 2020

Vortex Escapes: N.O.O.M Project (Play at Home)

This game went beyond our expectations of a 3€ game and gave us nearly an hour of fun. If you like point-and-click games, this is a good option

reviewed by Gord Tagged With: Play at Home, Purely Online

Marvo Mysteries: M.A.R.V.O Archives Phase Two (Play at Home)

Published: 29 June 2020

Marvo Mysteries: M.A.R.V.O Archives Phase Two (Play at Home)

Phase One lacked puzzles and felt like a warm up act for something bigger. Phase Two was the headliner, and delivered on the earlier promises

reviewed by Gord Tagged With: Play at Home, Purely Online

CodeBreakers: Hunting a Killer (Play at Home)

Published: 28 June 2020

CodeBreakers: Hunting a Killer (Play at Home)

This was a really fun way to spend nearly an hour, time literally flew by! Some good puzzles and mechanisms meant we managed to be surprised on more than one occasion

reviewed by Gord Tagged With: Play at Home, Purely Online

CodeBreakers: Missing (Play at Home)

Published: 28 June 2020

CodeBreakers: Missing (Play at Home)

If you’re looking for something that feels a bit more realistic and immersive than many of the online escape style games out there, look no further than Missing for your next mission

reviewed by Liz Tagged With: Play at Home, Purely Online

Tick Tock: A Tale for Two (Play at Home)

Published: 28 June 2020

Tick Tock: A Tale for Two (Play at Home)

Tick Tock: A Tale for Two is a beautifully designed game, with gorgeous graphics and clever puzzles, and will satisfy even the pickiest customer looking for a virtual escape room style experience

reviewed by Liz Tagged With: App, Play at Home

ESC The Game: ESC From Cell 126 (Play at Home)

Published: 27 June 2020

ESC The Game: ESC From Cell 126 (Play at Home)

A really enjoyable game that kept us occupied for longer than it probably should have. A good interface, decent puzzles, and generally just a fun game

reviewed by Gord Tagged With: Play at Home, Purely Online

Live Escape Salisbury: POD (Play at Home)

Published: 26 June 2020

Live Escape Salisbury: POD (Play at Home)

This was a really fun room and is very reasonably priced. With great signposting, clever puzzles, and a really fun set, it is worth doing! Get it booked before it is gone! 

reviewed by Gord Tagged With: Live Avatar, Play at Home

Society of Curiosities: Mysterious Map Heist (Play at Home)

Published: 26 June 2020

Society of Curiosities: Mysterious Map Heist (Play at Home)

Mysterious Map Heist is a fantastic little intro to the world of the Society of Curiosities and, filled with real-world interaction plus one moment of nail-biting suspense, managed to create a surprising amount of realism I simply was not expecting from a free game

reviewed by Gord Tagged With: Play at Home, Purely Online

Improbable Escapes: Neverland: Heist on the High Seas (Play at Home)

Published: 24 June 2020

Improbable Escapes: Neverland: Heist on the High Seas (Play at Home)

This game was as fun as it was beautiful and is an instant favourite of ours. The use of technology to push forward the story was inspired and something we haven’t seen before in a room. This is one room that we would recommend without any hesitation!

reviewed by Gord Tagged With: Live Avatar, Play at Home

Roobicks: Escape The Basement (Play at Home)

Published: 24 June 2020

Roobicks: Escape The Basement (Play at Home)

If you want to find out who has the best escape room team amongst your friends then this is the game for you! Well hosted, fun puzzles, and the competitive aspect adds something extra

reviewed by Gord Tagged With: Live Avatar, Play at Home

Hysteria: Project Blue Book (Play at Home)

Published: 24 June 2020

Hysteria: Project Blue Book (Play at Home)

A few frustrating puzzles and a weak clue system meant that at times we were annoyed and our enjoyment waned. However, looking back at this game we can see that some puzzles were actually quite clever and our perseverance paid off to make a mostly enjoyable experience

reviewed by Gord Tagged With: Play at Home, Purely Online

Co-Decode: Oldervik Online – Chapter 2, Operative Onboard (Play at Home)

Published: 23 June 2020

CoDecode: Oldervik Online - Chapter 2, Operative Onboard

This game improved on the first and those subtle changes made for a smoother experience. If you’re looking for a print and play that is slightly different to the rest, then this is it

reviewed by Gord Tagged With: Play at Home, Print + Play

Escape from Home: Grand Diamond Heist (Play at Home)

Published: 21 June 2020

As an escape room this isn’t good, but as a game for a family activity then it’s probably not too bad. We enjoyed one puzzle, but only one. 

As an escape room this isn’t good, but as a game for a family activity then it’s probably not too bad. We enjoyed one puzzle, but only one

reviewed by Gord Tagged With: Play at Home, Print + Play

Escape from Home: History Re-Written (Play at Home)

Published: 21 June 2020

Escape at Home: History Re-Written (Print + Play)

Excluding one questionable mission, this was an interesting way to learn a bit of history but having to break for printing really ruined the enjoyment for us. We’ve played worse games, but we’ve also played better. 

reviewed by Gord Tagged With: Play at Home, Print and Play

The Panic Room: CSI: Stranglehold (Play at Home)

Published: 21 June 2020

The Panic Room: CSI: Stranglehold (Play at Home)

CSI: Stranglehold was the strongest of the games in the CSI series from The Panic Room (that we’ve played), and was reminiscent of a detective/murder mystery live escape game, making me strangely nostalgic for one

reviewed by Liz Tagged With: Play at Home, Purely Online

Big Break Hamburg: Operation Jackpot (Play at Home)

Published: 18 June 2020

Big Break Hamburg: Operation Jackpot (Play at Home)

While heist-themed games are unlikely to ever be my favourite, Operation Jackpot kept us entertained with decent puzzles for over an hour. It’s simple, but effective

reviewed by Liz Tagged With: Play at Home, Purely Online

Escape Hunt: Level Up (Play at Home)

Published: 18 June 2020

Escape Hunt: Level Up (Play at Home)

Escape Hunt have certainly “Leveled Up” with this game. If you’re looking for a fun nostalgic way to spend an hour, Level Up could be just what you’re looking for

reviewed by Gord Tagged With: Play at Home, Print + Play

Marvo Mysteries: M.A.R.V.O Archives Phase One (Play at Home)

Published: 17 June 2020

Marvo Mysteries: M.A.R.V.O Archives Phase One

This was a good game, but it could have been great. We felt like it ended just as it was getting going and felt a bit miffed when it was over. It’s definitely worth playing as it is beautifully put together and is a wonder to behold, but I wouldn’t set aside much time to complete it.

reviewed by Gord Tagged With: Play at Home, Purely Online

Get Lost Dover: Operation Paranormal Research Anomaly Taskforce (Play at Home)

Published: 16 June 2020

Get Lost Dover: Operation Paranormal Research Anomaly Taskforce (Play at Home)

This game put puzzles and fun ahead of everything else and created a really fun, family-friendly game. The websites are rough around the edges but functional and everything worked as it should. Well done Get Lost!

reviewed by Gord Tagged With: Play at Home, Purely Online

Clue HQ: The Hunt for the Clueminati – Part 3: Orpheus (Play at Home)

Published: 16 June 2020

Clue HQ: The Hunt for the Clueminati - Part 3: Orpheus (Play at Home)

Fans of Astra and Chronicle won’t be disappointed by the latest offering from Clue HQ, and if you’re looking for a digital multiplayer experience that also manages to be non-linear, look no further.

reviewed by Gord Tagged With: Play at Home, Purely Online

RC Escapes: The Sapphire Project (Play at Home)

Published: 15 June 2020

Rob and Chris: The Sapphire Project (Play at Home)

A firm 60 minute time limit makes this game different and adds more pressure, but it’s a really enjoyable game and the ending is so much fun!

reviewed by Gord Tagged With: Play at Home, Purely Online

Bruum Escape: The Search for the Magical Artifact (Play at Home)

Published: 14 June 2020

Bruum Escape: The Search for the Magical Artifact (Play at Home)

This game is different, it has no bells and whistles like inventories, yet it still stands out as a special experience thanks to an excellent gamesmaster and a beautifully decorated space. If I could get to Italy, this game would be on my ‘must play’ list

reviewed by Gord Tagged With: Live Avatar, Play at Home

Clue Cracker: The Haunting of Harlequin House (Play at Home)

Published: 14 June 2020

Clue Cracker: The Haunting of Harlequin House (Play at Home)

The Haunting of Harlequin House is the most complex of the Clue Cracker online games filled with more intricate and multi-layered puzzles. This, plus the slightly more sinister theme, may mean it’s one to skip if you often play with very young children, but definitely not one to miss if you don’t (or once you’ve put them to bed if you do)

reviewed by Liz Tagged With: Play at Home, Purely Online

Deadlocked: The Cyphstress (Play at Home)

Published: 13 June 2020

Deadlocked: The Cyphstress (Play at Home)

Deadlocked don’t do things by halves, and The Cyphstress is a work of art, with beautiful design, clever and complex puzzles, a strong narrative, all subtly blended with the mythology behind Siren Craft Brew

reviewed by Liz Tagged With: Play at Home, Purely Online

Help Us Escape: Stanley’s Toy Box (Play at Home)

Published: 13 June 2020

Help Us Escape: Stanley's Toy Box (Play at Home)

We really wanted to like this game, but I think we ended up hating it. It wasted nearly two hours of our life that we will never get back. You may enjoy it, we didn’t 

reviewed by Gord Tagged With: Play at Home, Purely Online

Lee Ballan: The Pyramid (Play at Home)

Published: 12 June 2020

Lee Ballan: The Pyramid (Play at Home)

Easily one of the hardest online games we’ve played to date. If you want a game that is heavy on communication and is a real challenge then this is the game for you

reviewed by Gord Tagged With: Play at Home, Purely Online

Elgin Escape: Murder Mansion (Play at Home)

Published: 12 June 2020

Elgin Escapes: Murder Mansion (Play at Home)

We were pleasantly surprised by this game, ok the puzzles were on the easier side but the way we could both interact with the puzzles made for an enjoyable half an hour

reviewed by Gord Tagged With: Play at Home, Purely Online

Twinwoods Adventure: Morse Code (Play at Home)

Published: 11 June 2020

Twinwoods Adventure: Morse Code (Play at Home)

This room went beyond our expectations with a great avatar, fun puzzles, good set design and a one-of-a-kind ending. If you get a chance, play this game!

reviewed by Gord Tagged With: Live Avatar, Play at Home

Puzzle Punks: Secret Treasure of Dubrovnik (Play at Home)

Published: 10 June 2020

Puzzle Punks: Secret Treasure of Dubrovnik (Play at Home)

A simpler room, but filled with history and intrigue and still managed to pack in a few surprises thanks to the use of tech. Our guide, Ivan, did a great job in bringing the theme to life.

reviewed by Gord Tagged With: Live Avatar, Play at Home

The Panic Room: Mainstage Mayhem (Play at Home)

Published: 9 June 2020

Panic Room: Mainstage Mayhem (Play at Home)

A fun room but probably one of the easier games by the Panic Room. With decent theming, storyline and puzzles, it will keep you entertained for a little while

reviewed by Gord Tagged With: Play at Home, Purely Online

Pentargo: Quarantine (Play at Home)

Published: 7 June 2020

Pentargo: Quarantine (Play at Home)

Not without its flaws, but with a mixture of complex, varied, and engaging puzzles, and over two hours of content, that can be played in one sitting or broken into multiple chapters, at $2.50 per person, it’s incredibly good value, and worth playing if you’re up for a challenge.

reviewed by Liz Tagged With: Play at Home, Purely Online

The Adventure is Real: Agent Venture Episode 1 – The Heist (Play at Home)

Published: 6 June 2020

The Adventure is Real: Agent Venture (Play at Home)

An immersive, audio-led, choose your own adventure, high-stakes heist, Agent Venture isn’t truly an online escape room; in fact it’s so much more. If you’re looking for something different to do, look no further, and book your adventure now

reviewed by Liz Tagged With: Live Avatar, Play at Home

The Panic Room: CSI: Mafia Murders (Play at Home)

Published: 5 June 2020

Panic Room: CSI: Mafia Murders (Play at Home)

With lots of evidence to work through, decent puzzles, and a solid ending; if you want a game that will make you feel like a detective, then this game is a good shout.

reviewed by Gord Tagged With: Play at Home, Purely Online

The Panic Room: Mansion Impossible (Play at Home)

Published: 5 June 2020

The Panic Room: Mansion Impossible (Play at Home)

Mansion Impossible is a fun, family-friendly way to spend an hour or two. With a lovely little homage to live escape games that made me giggle with delight, this was my second favourite of the digital games on offer from The Panic Room, but it only just missed out on being my favourite.

reviewed by Liz Tagged With: Play at Home, Purely Online

The Panic Room: My Dearest Emily (Play at Home)

Published: 5 June 2020

The Panic Room: My Dearest Emily (Play at Home)

My Dearest Emily is easily my favourite of the online offerings from The Panic Room. With a lovely story, a bit of history, trickier puzzles, and some beautiful illustrations, what’s not to love?

reviewed by Liz Tagged With: Play at Home, Purely Online

Trapt: Project G.O.D Particle (Play at Home)

Published: 4 June 2020

Trapt: The G.O.D Particle (Play at Home)

This game was really well put together and was clearly designed to make it an enjoyable experience with the user in mind. Don’t be daunted by all the information that greets you, just get stuck in!

reviewed by Gord Tagged With: Play at Home, Purely Online

Rock Ave Escapes: Ready Mayor One – Apartment A.I. (Play at Home)

Published: 3 June 2020

Rock Ave Escapes: Ready Mayor One - Apartment A.I. (Play at Home)

Ready Mayor One was full of surprises and some great ‘Ah-Ha!’ moments; the interaction with A.L.I. and Mayor Rob was just the icing on the cake, making an already good game great

reviewed by Liz Tagged With: Live Avatar, Play at Home

Clue HQ: The Hunt for the Cluminati – Part 2: Chronicle (Play at Home)

Published: 3 June 2020

Clue HQ: The Hunt for the Cluminati - Part 2: Chronicle (Play at Home)

Chronicle took the strengths of Astra, and improved on any weaknesses. If you haven’t played any of The Hunt for the Cluminati series yet, you’re missing out

reviewed by Liz Tagged With: Play at Home, Purely Online

The Panic Room: CSI: Grounded (Play at Home)

Published: 2 June 2020

The Panic Room: CSI: Grounded (Play at Home)

If you’re looking for a game to introduce someone to the world of online escaping, CSI: Grounded is a good choice, with a few “easy win” puzzles, bolstered by a few more difficult tasks to keep things interesting

reviewed by Liz Tagged With: Play at Home, Purely Online

Modern Fables: Medogan, Chapter 1 & 2 (Play at Home)

Published: 2 June 2020

Modern Fables: Medogan Chapter 1 & 2 (Play at Home)

The text-adventure game design means that Medogan may not be for everyone, but I enjoyed the narrative-driven, imagination-invoking adventure, and will definitely be on the lookout for Episode 3. If the strength of Modern Fables’ text game is anything to go on, then I can’t wait to finally make it out to their live games when the world restarts

reviewed by Liz Tagged With: Play at Home, Purely Online

Trapped!: Operation X-13 (Play at Home)

Published: 1 June 2020

Trapped!: Operation X-13 (Play at Home)

If you’re looking for a great room to play from the comfort of your own home, we have to agree with the recommendation we received: This game is definitely one of the best we’ve played

reviewed by Liz Tagged With: Live Avatar, Play at Home

Enchambered: Together Apart (Play at Home)

Published: 1 June 2020

Enchambered: Together Apart (Play at Home)

Together Apart is a beautifully designed game and at (a minimum donation of) $5 it is a bargain, it would even be good at twice the price. Bring your communication ‘A’ game!

reviewed by Gord Tagged With: Play at Home, Purely Online

Rock Ave Escapes: Ready Mayor Two – A Matter of Time (Play at Home)

Published: 1 June 2020

Rock Ave Escapes: Ready Mayor Two - A Matter of Time (Play at Home)

Don’t let first impressions fool you with this room. What looks like a basic room opens up to be so much more and the way it uses technology is one of its strengths.

reviewed by Gord Tagged With: Live Avatar, Play at Home

CU Adventures: The Lost Temple (Play at Home)

Published: 30 May 2020

CU Adventures: The Lost Temple (Play at Home)

This game instantly goes in as one of our favourite print and play games. The interface was the real star of the show, but it was backed up by a great story and strong puzzles. We have no problems recommending this game to anyone, and chances are we will recommend it to everyone!

reviewed by Gord Tagged With: Play at Home, Print + Play

Clue HQ: The Hunt for the Clueminati – Part 1: Astra (Play at Home)

Published: 29 May 2020

Clue HQ: The Hunt for the Clueminati - Part 1: Astra (Play at Home)

ClueHQ have done a great job in providing an online escape experience that teams can all participate in at the same time and solve puzzles simultaneously. With a couple of tweaks to how you interact with the puzzles it would be pretty close to perfect

reviewed by Gord Tagged With: Play at Home, Purely Online

The Escape Game: Ruins – Forbidden Treasure (Play at Home)

Published: 27 May 2020

The Escape Game: Ruins - Forgotten Treasure (Play at Home)

This room stands out above the rest on set design, but strong puzzles and a good inventory system make it pretty close to perfect. If you can’t get to Nashville, get online now!

reviewed by Gord Tagged With: Live Avatar, Play at Home

Escape One Algarve: The Laboratory (Play at Home)

Published: 25 May 2020

Escape One Algarve: The Laboratory (Play at Home)

Nothing is ever going to be quite the same as playing a physical escape room in person, but the virtual version of The Laboratory came close, and was everything I could ask for in a game: good theming, clever puzzles, and a great host. I’m only sad that I won’t get to play it in person

reviewed by Liz Tagged With: Live Avatar, Play at Home

Escape Hunt: Murder at the Mansion (Play at Home)

Published: 23 May 2020

Escape Hunt: Murder at the Mansion (Play at Home)

I am never going to be a fan of games that are giant logic puzzles as I prefer a more diverse range of puzzles, but saying that, if you’re looking for a decent game to play with friends (remotely) then this should keep you occupied for a while

reviewed by Gord Tagged With: Play at Home, Print + Play

QuestVenture: Cosmic Panic (Play at Home)

Published: 23 May 2020

QuestVenture: Cosmic Panic (Play at Home)

If you’re looking for a family-friendly activity, look no further than Cosmic Panic and prepare for a fun, and surprisingly immersive, adventure

reviewed by Liz Tagged With: Play at Home, Purely Online

clueQuest: Print+Cut+Escape – Episode 2: Alpha Brain System (Play at Home)

Published: 21 May 2020

ClueQuest: Print+Cut+Escape - Episode 2: Alpha Brain System (Play at Home)

clueQuest have turned the difficulty up to 11 for this game and that will likely give you love/hate feelings towards it. We loved it and it kept us occupied for nearly 2 hours, which for £12 is a bargain. If you want a challenge, give it a try!

reviewed by Gord Tagged With: Play at Home, Print + Play

Safarka Escape Rooms: Dream Gallery (Play at Home)

Published: 20 May 2020

Safarka Escape Rooms: Dream Gallery (Play at Home)

We liked the premise behind this room and felt it had a strong start and a lovely end, but there were a few areas where it needed improving

reviewed by Gord Tagged With: Live Avatar, Play at Home

Crime Runners: Back to the Congressman (Play at Home)

Published: 18 May 2020

Crime Runners: Back to the Congressman (Play at Home)

We very much enjoyed this game and came away with the same type of buzz that we get when we complete a physical escape room. We were truly immersed in the story and were saddened when we reached the end. For now, we’ll just have to wait for the sequel

reviewed by Gord Tagged With: Play at Home, Purely Online

Clue Cracker: Fairground Felony (Play at Home)

Published: 18 May 2020

Clue Cracker: Fairground Felony (Play at Home)

In terms of difficulty this is a step (or five) up from their other online experiences but it still features the same quality of story throughout, and has puzzles that will give your brain a good workout

reviewed by Gord Tagged With: Play from Home, Purely Online

Escape Hunt: Stolen (Play at Home)

Published: 15 May 2020

Escape Hunt: Stolen (Play at Home)

I have loved logic puzzles for as long as I can remember and that love allowed me to enjoy Stolen a bit more than I might have otherwise. It’s not a bad game, but it was let down by the lack of a clear, or really any form of, conclusion

reviewed by Liz Tagged With: Play at Home, Print + Play

Clue Cracker: The Disappearance of DJ McDee (Play at Home)

Published: 13 May 2020

Clue Cracker: The Disappearance of DJ McDee (Play at Home)

If you’re looking for a game to dip your toes into the water of virtual escape rooms, look no further! The Disappearance of DJ McDee is a great way to try out the format before committing to Clue Cracker’s paid games (which are also highly enjoyable.) And yes, the song is really catchy

reviewed by Liz Tagged With: Play at Home, Purely Online

The Escapement: The Network (Play at Home)

Published: 10 May 2020

The Escapement: The Network (Play at Home)

With a well thought out story, great puzzles, and beautifully curated parts, The Network gets you as close to immersion as possible for a play at home game. 

reviewed by Gord Tagged With: Escape Boxes, Play at Home

Escape Kit: The Mysterious Murder (Play at home)

Published: 10 May 2020

Escape Kit: The Mysterious Murder (Play at home)

This game doesn’t really scratch the escape room itch, but if you wanted a party game where you can have multiple teams completing the game either simultaneously or one-after-another then this would certainly be suitable

reviewed by Gord Tagged With: Play at Home, Print + Play

Co-Decode: Oldervik Online: Chapter 1 – A Jewel In Jeopardy (Play at Home)

Published: 8 May 2020

CoDecode: Oldervik Online: Chapter 1 - A Jewel In Jeopardy (Play at home)

While playing this game, one of our team proclaimed “this is the most like a real escape room experience we have had so far”, and to be honest I think it is a good call

reviewed by Gord Tagged With: Play at Home, Print + Play

QuestVenture: A Hunt Across The Capital (Play at home)

Published: 6 May 2020

QuestVenture: A Hunt Across The Capital (Play at home)

A perfect balance between online treasure hunt and escape room. The experience was slick, well thought-out, and with puzzles that had varying levels of difficulty. Refreshing to see something different

reviewed by Liz Tagged With: Play at Home, Purely Online

Enchambered: Alone Together (Play at Home)

Published: 6 May 2020

Enchambered: Alone Together (Play at Home)

Often in live escape games, the communication challenges can be some of the most difficult tasks teams come across. Alone Together is a great little game to hone your communication skills so you can impress the GM once we can finally play outside again!

reviewed by Liz Tagged With: Play at Home, Purely Online

Clue Cracker: Escape from Extinction Island (Play at Home)

Published: 6 May 2020

ClueCracker: Escape from Extinction Island (Play at Home)

On the easier side for enthusiasts, but perfect for the family. All in all, it’s a great intro to remote escaping and scratched a little bit of the escape room itch we’ve been feeling – and there was a dinosaur!

reviewed by Liz Tagged With: Play at Home, Purely Online

Chronos One Escape Rooms: The Temple of the Lost Spirit (London)

Published: 2 May 2020

Eltham Escape Rooms: The Temple of the Lost Spirit (London)

Eltham Escape Rooms have clearly upped their game in terms of set design with this room, aiming for full immersion, with an impressively decorated set and the more tactile puzzles, allowing the game to become a true adventure.

reviewed by Liz Tagged With: London, Team of Two

Bewilder Box & Eltham Escape: Sector X: The B.R.U.C.E. Project – Part 1

Published: 29 April 2020

Bewilder Box & Eltham Escape: Sector X: The B.R.U.C.E. Project - Part 1

Take a pinch of Bewilder Box, a dash of Eltham Escapes and mix it together with a healthy dollop of fun. Throw in a perfectly blended use of technology,  and you have the recipe for a great time.

reviewed by Gord Tagged With: Play at Home, Purely Online

clueQuest: Print+Cut+Escape – Episode 1: Stolen IQ (Play at Home)

Published: 23 April 2020

ClueQuest Print+Cut+Escape - Episode 1: Stolen IQ (Play at Home)

A solid game that was incredibly well priced at £12 for the print at home version. Puzzles ranged in style and difficulty and many were actually similar in style to those that one would find in a live escape experience

reviewed by Liz Tagged With: Play at Home, Print + Play

Deadlocked: The Insiders (Play at Home)

Published: 21 April 2020

Deadlocked: The Insiders (Play at Home)

If you haven’t already been convinced to try The Insiders, I don’t know what else I can say. It is without a doubt the best play at home game we have taken on to date. The Insiders is surprisingly immersive, incredibly clever, and just downright fun

reviewed by Liz Tagged With: Play at Home, Print + Play

TimeTrap: Pudding Lane (Reading)

Published: 19 April 2020

TimeTrap: Pudding Lane (Reading)

We enjoyed Imaginarium, and loved Station X, but Pudding Lane is by far one of our favourite games on offer at TimeTrap, cementing itself a place in Liz’s Top Ten Escape Rooms list

reviewed by Liz Tagged With: Reading

Escape Reading: Blown Away (Reading)

Published: 19 April 2020

Escape Reading: Blown Away (Reading)

Despite not being ‘blown away’ by this room, it was an enjoyable experience and kept us engaged well. Take your communication ‘A-game’ with you and you’ll have a good time.

reviewed by Gord Tagged With: Reading

The Panic Room: The Tomb (Harlow)

Published: 25 March 2020

Panic Room: The Tomb (Harlow)

The Tomb had promise to be great, and it probably once was. For us, it needed some TLC to bring back those past glories. Still a room that will be a hit with the kids

reviewed by Gord Tagged With: Harlow, Team of Two

The Panic Room: The Panic Room (Harlow)

Published: 25 March 2020

Panic Room: The Panic Room (Harlow)

Is it the most amazing game I’ve ever played? No. Is it fun, and a reminder of the sort of experiences that I had at the start of my escaping career that made me fall in love with this crazy hobby in the first place? Absolutely

reviewed by Liz Tagged With: Harlow, Team of Two

The Panic Room: Strikeforce (Harlow)

Published: 25 March 2020

Panic Room: Strikeforce (Harlow)

Strikeforce isn’t likely to win any awards for design or creativity, but I wouldn’t hesitate to recommend this room to teams looking to play for the first time. It’s a solid room, but I do think that your GM could make it or break it for you. Fortunately, ours made it

reviewed by Liz Tagged With: Harlow, Team of Two

The Panic Room: CSI – The Mafia Murders (Harlow)

Published: 25 March 2020

Panic Room: CSI - The Mafia Murders (Harlow)

A bit run down in places and we think it used to do more than it currently does, CSI will keep you busy and isn’t a bad way to spend your hour, but one puzzle needs ‘fixing’

reviewed by Gord Tagged With: Harlow, Team of Two

Escape Nation: Incognito’s Secret Lair (Stafford)

Published: 20 March 2020

Escape Nation: Incognito's Secret Lair (Stafford)

We chose Incognito’s Secret Lair to be our 200th room, so no pressure. This room had a good mix of puzzles and we can easily see this being a family favourite (equally good as a two though!)

reviewed by Gord Tagged With: Stafford, Team of Two

Escape Nation: The Citadel (Stafford)

Published: 16 March 2020

Escape Nation: The Citadel (Stafford)

With an impressive narrative driving the game forward, tasks hinted at what might have befallen the Citadel. Strong puzzles, great GMs and strong narrative, The Citadel was incredibly enjoyable.

reviewed by Liz Tagged With: Stafford, Team of Two

Escape in the Towers: The Comms Room (Canterbury)

Published: 13 March 2020

Escape in the Towers: The Comms Room (Canterbury)

We can’t say enough how much we loved this room. We never felt like we were playing a game, it actually felt as though we were saving War-era Canterbury, and the epic conclusion here is one not to be missed!

reviewed by Gord Tagged With: Canterbury, Kent, Team of Two

TimeQuest: The Quest to Save Camelot (Paddock Wood)

Published: 11 March 2020

TimeQuest: The Quest to Save Camelot (Paddock Wood)

Going into this room I didn’t expect it to be my favourite at TimeQuest, but it was. The outside-of-the-box thinking and the heavy search element made this very enjoyable for us, and the attention to detail was also refreshing.

reviewed by Gord Tagged With: Kent, Paddock Wood, Team of Two

TimeQuest: Saving Operation Neptune (Paddock Wood)

Published: 10 March 2020

TimeQuest: Saving Operation Neptune (Paddock Wood)

One of the most impressive aspects of the games at TimeQuest is the sheer amount of physical space devoted to each game, and Saving Operation Neptune was no exception. It would be possible to fit at least two games in the space given to Neptune

reviewed by Liz Tagged With: Kent, Paddock Wood, Team of Two

TimeQuest: Reset (Paddock Wood)

Published: 9 March 2020

TimeQuest: Reset (Paddock Wood)

This is a very different offering to the others at TimeQuest and those looking for a tech heavy room that mostly steers away from padlocks should be in their element

reviewed by Gord Tagged With: Kent, Paddock Wood, Team of Two

Escape Hub: The Curse of Curawood’s Garden (Maidstone)

Published: 5 March 2020

Escape Hub The Curse of Curawood’s Garden (Maidstone)

We have absolutely no reservations adding The Curse of Curawood’s Garden to the list of rooms that would be enjoyed by players of all ages, young and old alike. Play it, and get lost in Curawood’s world

reviewed by Gord Tagged With: Kent, Maidstone, Team of Two

Escape Hub: Inbound (Maidstone)

Published: 5 March 2020

Escape Hub Inbound (Maidstone)

A massive step in quality over the earlier games at Escape Hub. Inbound has great set design, good puzzles, and a wonderful journey through the streets of ‘York’

reviewed by Gord Tagged With: Kent, Maidstone, Team of Two

Escape Hub: Mr Brenchley: Diamond Theft (Maidstone)

Published: 4 March 2020

Escape Hub: Mr Brenchley: Diamond Theft (Maidstone)

The weakest of the games we played at Escape Hub. With some much better games on offer in Maidstone, and at Escape Hub itself, I would suggest that teams keen to play all of the games play this one first and move on to better options.

reviewed by Liz Tagged With: Kent, Maidstone, Team of Two

Escape Hub: The Laughing Lair (Maidstone)

Published: 3 March 2020

Escape Hub The Laughing Lair (Maidstone)

This wasn’t a bad room, and we actually had a fun time (especially with the ending). But with a few too many padlocks and a little too much wear-and-tear we feel like this room may be slightly past its prime. 

reviewed by Gord Tagged With: Kent, Maidstone, Split Start, Team of Two

Mythologic: Hypnos (Gillingham)

Published: 28 February 2020

Mythologic: Hypnos (Gillingham)

Hypnos is darker than their other room but has interesting and challenging puzzles. A number of padlocks around the place but a good use of tech breaks them up nicely and keeps it engaging

reviewed by Gord Tagged With: Gillingham, Kent, Team of Two

Mythologic: The Game (Gillingham)

Published: 28 February 2020

Mythologic: The Game (Gillingham)

Great fun for adults and kids, but between the theme, the set, and the types of puzzles and tasks throughout The Game, this room is one of our top picks if you’re looking for something the entire family can get involved with

reviewed by Liz Tagged With: Gillingham, Kent, Team of Two

Get Lost: Director’s Cut (Dover)

Published: 23 February 2020

Get Lost: Director’s Cut (Dover)

Perhaps we’re biased because Get Lost’s room always seem to ‘click’ with us, but we thoroughly enjoyed this room and thought the set design was very impressive. Always love a uniquely themed room!

reviewed by Gord Tagged With: Dover, Team of Two

Hysteria: Aftermath (Chatham)

Published: 20 February 2020

Hysteria: Aftermath (Chatham)

For us, this room felt like an odd crossover between Jurassic Park and a zombie film – and it worked! Good puzzles in a variety of styles and great set design to boot

reviewed by Gord Tagged With: Chatham, Kent, Team of Two

Deadlocked: The Time Machine (Reading)

Published: 19 February 2020

Deadlocked: The Time Machine (Reading)

With only 60 seconds to fix the time machine, this isn’t your ordinary room. Technically a 90 minute experience, sci-fi fans will likely find lots to love about The Time Machine (we did)

reviewed by Gord Tagged With: Reading

Hysteria: Motel California (Chatham)

Published: 18 February 2020

Hysteria: Motel California (Chatham)

Motel California is a fun room at a company run by enthusiastic and passionate owners. While there is nothing stand out about this room, we enjoyed every minute we spent in it.

reviewed by Gord Tagged With: Chatham, Kent, Team of Two

Clue Adventures: Jet 2 Space (London)

Published: 14 February 2020

Clue Adventures: Jet2Space (London)

Whether you’re an escape enthusiast or it’s your first time,  if you’re looking for a two-player game in London, or just looking for something a bit outside the norm for date night, you can’t go wrong with Jet 2 Space

reviewed by Liz Tagged With: London, Team of Two

Clue HQ: Detonation (Somerton)

Published: 14 February 2020

Clue HQ: Detonation (Somerton)

A room that won’t blow you away (no pun intended) and is very padlock heavy, but if your observational skills are on point then you’ll likely have a good time. 

reviewed by Gord Tagged With: Somerton

Clue HQ: Cell Block C (Somerton)

Published: 14 February 2020

Clue HQ: Cell Block C (Somerton)

We haven’t done many but this was the best ClueHQ room we’ve done so far. Good room design and only one annoying puzzle, not a bad way to spend an hour

reviewed by Liz Tagged With: Somerton

Lock and Code: Can Opener (Taunton)

Published: 13 February 2020

Lock and Code: Can Opener (Taunton)

A few too many red herrings and generally puzzles that just didn’t click with us meant that we didn’t particularly enjoy our time in this prison van – but that’s the idea of prison vans, right?

reviewed by Gord Tagged With: Split Start, Taunton, Team of Two

The Panic Room: Carnevil (Harlow)

Published: 9 February 2020

The Panic Room: Carnevil (Harlow)

A fun room that’s a full-on assault on the senses! We had a great time in Carnevil and particularly enjoyed the more physical aspects of the room. Possibly one of our favourite ‘Panic Room’ rooms.

reviewed by Gord Tagged With: Harlow, Team of Two, The Panic Room

Red House Mysteries: On The Last Train to Paris (Torquay)

Published: 9 February 2020

Red House Mysteries: On The Last Train to Paris (Torquay)

Probably the best of the games at Red House (both locations), but a weak ending with annoying puzzles made this a train we were pleased to get off

reviewed by Liz Tagged With: Split Start, Torquay

Red House Mysteries: The Strange Disappearance of Arthur Moon (Torquay)

Published: 9 February 2020

Red House Mysteries: The Strange Disappearance of Arthur Moon (Torquay)

The theming for this room was fun but weak puzzles that were easily bypassed and a lack of atmosphere took away from the excitement we should have experienced, and one GM for multiple rooms is never a good way to go.

reviewed by Gord Tagged With: Torquay

Red House Mysteries: The Shadow Darkens (Exeter)

Published: 6 February 2020

Red House Mysteries: The Shadow Darkens (Exeter)

A very traditional room which suffered from the usual GM issues and some potentially glitchy tech. We completed in 25 minutes even after being slowed down by issues

reviewed by Liz Tagged With: Exeter

Red House Mysteries: The Heist (Exeter)

Published: 6 February 2020

Red House Mysteries: The Heist (Exeter)

A room with a solid premise but ultimately the execution was lacking. Couple that with a distracted GM and it doesn’t make for the best experience

reviewed by Gord Tagged With: Exeter

Get Lost: Elfy Strikes Again (Dover)

Published: 3 February 2020

Get Lost: Elfy Strikes Again (Dover)

A lovely Christmas room that is sure to be fun for all the family. Mostly traditional but with a strong ending, it’s a perfect Christmas room!

reviewed by Liz Tagged With: Christmas, Dover, Team of Two

AIM Escape: Psychopath’s Den (London)

Published: 2 February 2020

AIM Escape: Psychopath's Den (London)

Good set design and a mix of puzzles that has plenty to keep you going. We felt let down by our GM but if your GM is on the ball then you’re sure to enjoy your time in ‘the den’

reviewed by Gord Tagged With: London, Team of Two

Escape Plan Ltd: Roll Out the Barrel (London)

Published: 31 January 2020

Escape Plan Ltd: Roll Out the Barrel (London)

We loved Battle for Britain and although this room didn’t quite reach the greatness of that room, it’s a good room which we thoroughly enjoyed. Puzzles were logical, it was fun to be in, the ending was strong and the hosting was spot-on

reviewed by Gord Tagged With: London, Team of Two

Escape Plan Ltd: The Adventure Begins (London)

Published: 31 January 2020

Escape Plan Ltd: The Adventure Begins (London)

The Adventure Begins is a fantastic game with clever puzzles, a great set, and some really fun moments. I wouldn’t hesitate to recommend this room to teams that are trying to find their first escape room or to enthusiasts, particularly those that want to try their hand at their first room as a team of two.

reviewed by Liz Tagged With: London, Team of Two

Live Escape Salisbury: Spectre (Salisbury)

Published: 26 January 2020

Escape Salisbury: Spectre (Salisbury)

People often visit Salisbury due to the proximity of some ‘large standing rocks’, but ditch the rocks and make Live Escape your destination, you won’t regret it. 

reviewed by Gord Tagged With: Salisbury, Team of Two

Trapp’d: Monosphere (Northampton)

Published: 26 January 2020

Trapp’d: Monosphere (Northampton)

The Monosphere probably won’t be winning any awards, but we found it enjoyable. What we were most impressed by is how Trapp’d have managed to keep it so clean given the amount of white in a room located next door to Molten Creek Mine!

reviewed by Liz Tagged With: Northampton, Split Start, Team of Two

Trapp’d: Molten Creek Mine (Northampton)

Published: 26 January 2020

Trapp'd: Molten Creek Mine (Northampton)

Yet another fun room from Trapp’d, not their best, but equally not their worst. Be prepared to get dirty so make sure you don’t do this room before a night out! A fun use of tech and on-theme puzzles made this an enjoyable room

reviewed by Gord Tagged With: Northampton, Team of Two

Trapp’d: 46 Below (Billing Aquadrome)

Published: 26 January 2020

Trapp’d: 46 Below (Billing Aquadrome)

A fun room with strong set design and a good story to follow. Families (particularly kids) will love this room! A bit of wear-and-tear that needs to be fixed, but we enjoyed it regardless

reviewed by Gord Tagged With: Northampton, Team of Two

Trapp’d: Dead on Arrival (Billing Aquadrome)

Published: 26 January 2020

Trapp’d: Dead on Arrival (Billing Aquadrome)

We wouldn’t recommend Dead on Arrival to someone that has never played an escape game before, but we enjoyed it, escaping in about 33 minutes, which leads us to conclude that the puzzles are sound, and it’s worth giving it a go.

reviewed by Liz Tagged With: Northampton, Team of Two

Trapp’d: Exordium (Billing Aquadrome)

Published: 26 January 2020

Trapp'd: Exordium (Billing Aquadrome)

A good warm-up room for enthusiasts or a great family room. On the easier side so enthusiasts will probably fly through it, but it’s enjoyable and has some nice design touches that we haven’t seen elsewhere

reviewed by Gord Tagged With: Northampton, Team of Two

Hour Escape Rooms: The Black Diamond (Peterborough)

Published: 18 January 2020

Hour Escape Rooms: The Black Diamond (Peterborough)

Having found ourselves often frustrated in Stranger Things, The Black Diamond was a wonderful change of pace with logical puzzles with clear sign posting where required and an enjoyable finish

reviewed by Liz Tagged With: Peterborough, Team of Two

Hour Escape Rooms: Stranger Things (Peterborough)

Published: 18 January 2020

Hour Escapes: Stranger Things (Peterborough)

A fun room with some nice 80s touches. Decent puzzles but ultimately let down by red herrings and an over abundance of sign-posting. A few tweaks to the puzzles, and perhaps the clue system and this could be a great room

reviewed by Gord Tagged With: Peterborough, Team of Two

Escape Peterborough: The Great Wine Cellar Swindle (Peterborough)

Published: 18 January 2020

Escape Peterborough: The Great Wine Cellar Swindle (Peterborough)

This room won’t blow you away but we did have fun, just not as much as at their other location. The star of the show was the vault itself, the room was an acceptable way to spend 30 minutes

reviewed by Gord Tagged With: Peterborough, Team of Two

Escape Peterborough: The Hunt (Peterborough)

Published: 18 January 2020

Escape Peterborough: The Hunt (Peterborough)

I would encourage enthusiasts to tackle this in smaller groups, or some of the team will likely find that they miss out on much of the action. However, the linear structure, and the more traditional escape room-style logic and observational puzzles make this an ideal room for new players

reviewed by Liz Tagged With: Peterborough, Team of Two

Escape Peterborough: Escape the Seven Seas (Peterborough)

Published: 18 January 2020

Escape Peterborough: Escape the Seven Seas (Peterborough)

If you’ve done rooms at Escape Peterborough before then this room will be nothing like them. They’ve really upped their game with this room and the only rival for it there is The Cabin. Good theming, decent puzzles (although padlock heavy), but swash-buckling fun

reviewed by Gord Tagged With: Peterborough, Team of Two

Escape Peterborough: The Cabin (Peterborough)

Published: 18 January 2020

Escape Peterborough: The Cabin (Peterborough)

Even standing in the hallway, it’s clear that the set design for this game is leagues above the games we had played here previously. The Cabin is a solid, well thought out room, and worth playing if you’re planning to visit Peterborough.

reviewed by Liz Tagged With: Peterborough, Team of Two

Cluetopia: The Damned (Clacton-on-Sea)

Published: 17 January 2020

Tricky Escape: The Damned (Clacton-on-Sea)

The Damned has firmly staked out its place as a horror room, but with friendly owners you can probably tone this down if you’re not a fan of jump scares and live actors. Ignoring the horror bits, it’s a solid room with flowing puzzles and fun from the very start to the end.

reviewed by Gord Tagged With: Clacton-on-Sea, Horror, Live Actor, Team of Two

Cluetopia: A Race Against Time (Clacton-on-Sea)

Published: 17 January 2020

Tricky Escape: A Race Against Time (Clacton-on-Sea)

This felt like the weakest of the rooms at this location. It could really do with a refresh as it is very worn in a number of places, but if you like the 80s then you’ll probably have fun.

reviewed by Gord Tagged With: Clacton-on-Sea, Team of Two

Cluetopia: Magic and Mystery (Clacton-on-Sea)

Published: 17 January 2020

Tricky Escape: Magic and Mystery (Clacton-on-Sea)

Tricky Escape’s Magic and Mystery clearly has elements inspired by a certain series about a young wizard, while still managing to be original, and is a well-themed, family-friendly room

reviewed by Liz Tagged With: Clacton-on-Sea, Team of Two

Doomsday Games: Pathogen (Colchester)

Published: 13 January 2020

Doomsday Games: Pathogen (Colchester)

In a market filled with 60-minute games, Pathogen is one of the rarer 90-minute experiences, and it certainly sets the bar high. The game was highly immersive, with excellent theming, and clever puzzles

reviewed by Liz Tagged With: Colchester, Team of Two

XscapeNow: Sweeney Todd (Telford)

Published: 14 December 2019

XscapeNow: Sweeney Todd (Telford)

 A ’fun’ take on the rather grim Sweeney Todd story. Decent puzzles, good design, and a good flow. We struggled, but we’re not really sure why

reviewed by Gord Tagged With: Telford

Incarcerated: The Tortured Soul (Swindon)

Published: 14 December 2019

Incarcerated: The Tortured Soul (Swindon)

This room was much better than we expected and as a creepy (not really horror) room, it was good fun. The only bit that was lacking was the ending. I’m sure it’s not easy to make exiting into a corridor fun, but it was just a bit anticlimactic

reviewed by Gord Tagged With: Horror, Swindon

M4 Escapes: The Bunker (Chippenham)

Published: 14 December 2019

M4 Escapes: The Bunker (Chippenham)

A beautiful room (in places) but the generally weak puzzles let it down. A confusing journey and too many red herrings made us more annoyed than anything else

reviewed by Gord Tagged With: Chippenham, Team of Two

Trapp’d: Dead Man’s Cove (Kettering)

Published: 14 December 2019

Trapp'd: Dead Man's Cove (Kettering)

This room was the highlight of the day for me. I know VX2.0 seems to be getting more love right now, but this room is fun, traditional, and just generally well put together

reviewed by Gord Tagged With: Kettering, Split Start, Team of Two

Trapp’d: VX 2.0 (Kettering)

Published: 14 December 2019

Trapp'd: VX 2.0 (Kettering)

You’ve got to give Trapp’d credit for what they’ve done with this room. They’ve tried to do something different, and they have. If it wasn’t for a jumpy GM we’d have probably enjoyed this room more than we did

reviewed by Gord Tagged With: Kettering, Team of Two

Trapp’d: Abigail (Kettering)

Published: 14 December 2019

Trapp’d: Abigail (Kettering)

Yes, Abigail is creepy, and there are a few attempts at jump scares, but this, for us at least, was not a true horror experience, and was more of a well done paranormal themed room

reviewed by Liz Tagged With: Horror, Kettering, Team of Two

The Cult Experience (Play at Home)

Published: 12 December 2019

The Cult Experience: Online Escape Game

If you’re a fan of horror experiences and have 2.5 hours to spare then it could be worth giving this a try. It’s very different to the Exit Games and we found that if we didn’t mark the book then the experience is reusable

reviewed by Gord Tagged With: Play at Home, Puzzle Books

Paradox Parlours: Missing in Action (Dorking)

Published: 11 December 2019

Guildford Escape Rooms: Missing in Action (Redhill)

We loved this room and enjoyed every moment in it. It’s a cracker of a room and even in a team of five there was plenty to keep us all busy

reviewed by Gord Tagged With: Dorking

Access Escape: Dark Magik (London)

Published: 10 December 2019

Access Escapes: Dark Magik (London)

The key selling point of this room is the darkness. Take that away and you’ll be disappointed. But as it is, it’s a room that’s worth doing just to really test yourself. Try it, you’ll be surprised. 

reviewed by Gord Tagged With: London, Team of Two

The Extraction Room: Extraction (Maidstone)

Published: 9 December 2019

The Extraction Room: Extraction (Maidstone)

I was impressed with Extraction. It was a fun, and interesting If the first game from the Extraction Room team is anything to go by, if they decide to expand and design more games, I can only wait with anticipation to see what they come up with.

reviewed by Liz Tagged With: Maidstone

Co-Decode: Sub Terra (Swindon)

Published: 2 December 2019

Co-decode: Sub Terra (Swindon)

Sub Terra was a delight from start to finish. With a strong story that’s reenforced by a fantastic set, and great puzzles, it has firmly secured a place on my list of Top Ten Favourite rooms (to date). If you haven’t made the trip to Co-Decode yet, what are you waiting for?

reviewed by Liz Tagged With: Swindon

Trapp’d: Motel (Corby)

Published: 1 December 2019

Trapp'd: Motel (Corby)

This was a straight-up horror room, there’s no denying that. But the puzzles flowed and we had fun, even with the live actor tormenting us at every turn. Horror fans will love it

reviewed by Gord Tagged With: Corby, Live Actor, Team of Two

Trapp’d: Maine State Prison (Corby)

Published: 1 December 2019

Trapp'd: Maine State Prison (Corby)

When it was new this was probably a decent room. Unfortunately in its old age it has lost its way and become a bit frustrating. Couple the frustration with tired props and it’s good it’s set for retirement. 

reviewed by Gord Tagged With: Corby, Team of Two

Trapp’d: Reanimation (Corby)

Published: 1 December 2019

Trapp'd: Reanimation (Corby)

A decent room that is definitely good for beginners and has enough fun to keep you going. Decent puzzles and theming made for an enjoyable experience.

reviewed by Gord Tagged With: Corby, Team of Two

Pressure Point: The Moonlit Wild (Ashford)

Published: 23 November 2019

Pressure Point: The Moonlit Wild (Ashford)

Pressure Point seem to have nailed developing games which manage to have not just good game play, but take you from the beginning, through to a peak, and finally a good, solid ending

reviewed by Liz Tagged With: Ashford, Kent, Team of Two

Pressure Point: Broken (Ashford)

Published: 23 November 2019

Pressure Point: Broken (Ashford)

A solid room where you’re trying to barricade yourself in rather than escape. I preferred their other rooms but this was still a good room with decent puzzles and a solid ending.

reviewed by Gord Tagged With: Ashford, Kent, Split Start

Pressure Point: Murder on the Dance Floor (Ashford)

Published: 23 November 2019

Pressure Point: Murder on the Dance Floor (Ashford)

Pressure Point have designed a special game, full of humour and clever puzzles, with a fantastic set and fun music, and we’re just sad that we can’t play it again

reviewed by Liz Tagged With: Ashford, Kent, Team of Two

Time Run Presents: Sherlock: The Game Is Now (London)

Published: 15 November 2019

Time Run Presents: Sherlock: The Game Is Now (London)

This was a fun experience, but for us at least it wasn’t worth the money and was over-hyped. Sherlock enthusiasts will probably love it, escape room enthusiasts will probably find it like Marmite.

reviewed by Gord Tagged With: London

Time Lock: Deutschland ‘89 (Worthing)

Published: 15 November 2019

Time Lock: Deutschland ‘89 (Worthing)

Everyone knows Brighton has good rooms, it’s nice to see that Worthing can hold its own too. This is a solid room with a great team behind it and it’s 100% worth trekking out from Brighton to do

reviewed by Gord Tagged With: Team of Two, Worthing

Pier Pressure: Pavilion Perplex (Brighton)

Published: 15 November 2019

Pier Pressure: Pavilion Perplex (Brighton)

Overall, this is a wonderful game; visually appealing with varied and interesting puzzles, and a clever clue system, but on top of that, it just flowed nicely and had a nice clear finale

reviewed by Liz Tagged With: Brighton, Team of Two

Pier Pressure: Raver Quest (Brighton)

Published: 4 November 2019

Pier Pressure: Raver Quest (Brighton)

Pier Pressure have created a room that is 100% fun and if you like some classic old school tunes, you’ll have a great time. Fun puzzles and a top soundtrack will give you a time to remember.

reviewed by Gord Tagged With: Brighton, Team of Two

Containment: The Lab (Worplesdon)

Published: 3 November 2019

Containment: The Lab (Worplesdon)

‘Difficulty by Darkness’ is how we’d describe this room. In addition to the darkness, the game felt as though it had a number of red-herrings, with several things in the room that we never did find combinations or keys for

reviewed by Liz Tagged With: Worplesdon

Containment: The Bomb (Worplesdon)

Published: 3 November 2019

Containment: The Bomb (Worplesdon)

Sadly, this room just didn’t live up to our expectations from the Sub; it was fun to play, and while there are no obvious problems with the game, it just lacked any sort of wow-factor.

reviewed by Liz Tagged With: Worplesdon

Improbable Escapes: Legend of the Mayan Temple (Kingston, ON)

Published: 6 October 2019

Improbable Escapes: Legend of the Mayan Temple (Kingston, ON)

A fun room, with solid puzzles but was unfortunately let down by a truly terrible clue system

reviewed by Liz Tagged With: Canada

Containment: The Sub (Worplesdon)

Published: 2 October 2019

Containment: The Sub (Worplesdon)

A room that’s strongest point was it’s theming, it does well to include relevant props and decor that help immerse you. Tricky at times but doable, this was our preferred room of the three at this venue

reviewed by Gord Tagged With: Worplesdon

Clue Cracker: Jail Break (Tunbridge Wells)

Published: 25 September 2019

Clue Cracker: Jail Break (Tunbridge Wells)

We don’t normally detour to venues with just one room, but as we’d heard good things about Jail Break at Clue Cracker we decided to make an exception and swing by Tunbridge Wells – it was worth it.

reviewed by Gord Tagged With: Kent, Team of Two, Tunbridge Wells

Clever Dilemma: Murder at the Wild Wild Quest Saloon (Faversham)

Published: 24 September 2019

Clever Dilemma: Murder at the Wild Wild Quest Saloon (Faversham)

Fun puzzles, a beautiful set, and a story that keeps you guessing right up to the end – get to Faversham and do this room! Certainly one of the best wild west rooms around!

reviewed by Gord Tagged With: Faversham, Team of Two

Trapped: The Bletchley Blueprints (Okehampton)

Published: 24 September 2019

Trapped: The Bletchley Blueprints (Okehampton)

This is one of those rooms that is difficult to review. It’s a good room, but I didn’t overly enjoy it and I’m not sure why. Give it a try and make up your own mind

reviewed by Gord Tagged With: Okehampton

Trapped: Templars – The Secret Service (Okehampton)

Published: 24 September 2019

Trapped: Templars - The Secret Service (Okehampton)

Templars possibly ranks as the hardest room we’ve ever done. We’ve seen other teams getting decent times so it obviously just didn’t click for us. Give it a try if you want a challenge

reviewed by Liz Tagged With: Okehampton

Adventox: Mission X (London)

Published: 23 September 2019

Adventox: Mission X (London)

Out of the three rooms at Adventox this is by far the weakest. Feeling tired and dated it could do with a bit of a revamp. Couple that with weak puzzles and it’s not a room we’ll be recommending unless you’re really desperate for that escape room fix.

reviewed by Gord Tagged With: London

Adventox: Haunted – The Curse of Dr Stevens (London)

Published: 23 September 2019

Adventox: Haunted - The Curse of Dr Stevens (London)

Tucked away in a mall overshadowed by Westfields, ‘Haunted’ by Adventox was our favourite room at this location. Solid set design and a fun flow – it’s worth checking out

reviewed by Gord Tagged With: London

Adventox: Alcatraz (London)

Published: 23 September 2019

Adventox: Alcatraz (London)

Alcatraz was a solid, enjoyable game, but it ultimately fell a bit flat for us. It’s tough to put a finger on exactly what it was; whether it was the ending in general, or just the fact that it wasn’t quite as much fun as their other room, ‘Haunted’

reviewed by Liz Tagged With: London

Mission Breakout: The Lost Passenger (London)

Published: 23 September 2019

Mission Breakout: The Lost Passenger (London)

Mission Breakout’s website proclaims their games to be the most immersive in London. While the set and integrated puzzles certainly lend weight to that claim, we don’t feel like we can agree

reviewed by Liz Tagged With: London

Mission Breakout: Codebreakers (London)

Published: 19 September 2019

Mission Breakout: Codebreakers (London)

This room promised a lot but ultimately fell flat in many areas. Perhaps one wow moment in the entire game but even that couldn’t help this room rank higher for us. 

reviewed by Gord Tagged With: London

Paradox Parlours: Venus (Guildford)

Published: 11 September 2019

Guildford Escape Rooms: Venus (Guildford)

This room instantly went into our Top 10 and it will be there for some time. Strong puzzles, hilarity, and wonderful GM, this is a room not to miss. Flash Gordon for the win!

reviewed by Gord Tagged With: Guildford

TimeTrap: Imaginarium (Reading)

Published: 9 September 2019

TimeTrap: Imaginarium (Reading)

A really fun room that encapsulates the spirit of Alice in Wonderland perfectly. Puzzles on theme, set looking great, generally just a good room all round

reviewed by Gord Tagged With: Reading

TimeTrap: Station X (Reading)

Published: 8 September 2019

TimeTrap: Station X (Reading)

TimeTrap have created an excellent experience with clever puzzles, excellent set design, and a massive amount of fun. I’m only disappointed that it took us so long to make it to Reading; Station X is one not to miss!

reviewed by Liz Tagged With: Reading

Ready Escape Rooms: Escape the Vault (Brighton)

Published: 3 September 2019

Ready Escape Rooms: Escape the Vault (Brighton)

A 40 minute room that won’t challenge enthusiasts (we got out in 12 minutes) but it is a whole lot of fun and we thoroughly enjoyed it. A great warm-up or cool-down room and definitely one to add to the list if you’re in Brighton!

reviewed by Gord Tagged With: Brighton, Team of Two

Knockout Escape Rooms: The Curious Cabin (Reading)

Published: 22 August 2019

The Curious Cabin, Knockout Escape Rooms (Reading)

This is one of those rooms that you enter and think you know what you’re getting but then it finds ways to surprise you and fill you with excitement. On the surface it looks like a simple room but behind the scenes there is a lot of tech working hard to keep you on your toes

reviewed by Gord Tagged With: Reading

Deadlocked: The Testing Chamber (Reading)

Published: 21 August 2019

Deadlocked: The Testing Chamber (Reading)

There are no less than four ways this game could end, depending entirely on the choices made by the players, which could cause many to have a love/hate relationship with this room, and some might find that the existential dilemma created for them by the room is perhaps the most difficult aspect.

reviewed by Liz Tagged With: Reading

Deadlocked: The Phoenix Research (Reading)

Published: 18 August 2019

The Phoenix Research, Deadlocked (Reading)

In places this was a very hard room, at times it was frustrating, but in the end it was fun. A lot of time was spent on immersing you in the story, and the ending was something a little different

reviewed by Gord Tagged With: Reading

Lucardo: Espionage (Manchester)

Published: 16 August 2019

Lucardo: Espionage (Manchester)

This room certainly won’t give you any surprises, nor will it wow you, but it is still a decent room. For us though, this was the weakest of the rooms at Lucardo (Manchester) – but they had set the bar high.

reviewed by Gord Tagged With: Manchester, Team of Two

Lucardo: University of Magic: The Entrance Exam (Manchester)

Published: 15 August 2019

Lucardo: University of Magic: The Entrance Exam (Manchester)

Due to bad experiences in the past we tend to stay away from magic themed rooms, but this one has restored our faith. Now we need to head to the Lucardo Rawtenstall branch to check out the sequel!

reviewed by Gord Tagged With: Manchester, Team of Two

Lucardo: The Prison (Manchester)

Published: 13 August 2019

Lucardo: The Prison (Manchester)

A prison break is nothing new theme-wise, but this game was immersive and realistic and on a completely different level to not only to other similarly themed games, but also everything else on offer at Lucardo.

reviewed by Liz Tagged With: Manchester, Team of Two

Lucardo: Virginia House (Manchester)

Published: 12 August 2019

Lucardo: Virginia House (Manchester)

With the types of puzzles and the design choices, I would say this game is perfectly suited to small groups of enthusiasts (perhaps those that want to try their first room as a two) or larger groups of new players.

reviewed by Liz Tagged With: Manchester, Team of Two

Lucardo: Gem Runner (Manchester)

Published: 4 August 2019

Lucardo: Gem Runner (Manchester)

Gem Runner is heavy on the ‘traditional’ escape room puzzles, with plenty of padlocks, codes, and searching and is not a tech heavy room. I could easily see this being a favourite with family groups, or even two person enthusiast groups like us.

reviewed by Gord Tagged With: Manchester, Team of Two

Escape Experience Windsor: Area 51 (Windsor)

Published: 23 July 2019

Escape Experience Windsor: Area 51 (Windsor)

We got possibly our quickest ever escape time in this room, partially because the puzzles just clicked, but also because there wasn’t that many of them. A fun room but don’t do it in a large group or you may not have much to do

reviewed by Gord Tagged With: Windsor

Escape Experience Windsor: Crown Jewel Heist (Windsor)

Published: 18 July 2019

Escape Experience Windsor: Crown Jewel Heist (Windsor)

This is a fun room, although arguably on the easier side. If you’re in the area anyway, you’ll have a good time, but don’t go with a large and experienced team

reviewed by Liz Tagged With: Windsor

Lock & Code: Dead on the Hour (Taunton)

Published: 7 July 2019

Lock & Code: Dead on the Hour (Taunton)

Lock & Code rooms won’t blow you away but they are solid rooms that will give you an hour of fun. Dead on the Hour was fun, and at times challenging, but once again we left Lock & Code with smiles on our faces

reviewed by Gord Tagged With: Taunton, Team of Two

LetsXcape: Sacred (Newark)

Published: 3 July 2019

LetsXcape: Sacred (Newark)

Costumes, puzzles, and one of the nicest owner/GMs you’ll ever meet. We preferred The Rig but Sacred is a very good room and has plenty to keep you occupied

reviewed by Liz Tagged With: Newark, Team of Two

Cave Escape: Carfax (Nottingham)

Published: 1 July 2019

Cave Escape: Carfax (Nottingham)

Carfax is a great room and it excelled in room design. Surrounded by the natural stone walls of the cave, the rest of the set was used to enhance this already impressive setting

reviewed by Liz Tagged With: Nottingham, Team of Two

Escapologic: Crypt-ic (Nottingham)

Published: 22 June 2019

Escapologic: Crypt-ic (Nottingham)

“Like real-life Indiana Jones” that’s what we were promised. It was certainly an adventure through a dark, creepy crypt, but luckily for us (and Indy) there were no snakes

reviewed by Gord Tagged With: Nottingham, Team of Two

Escapologic: Heistakes (Nottingham)

Published: 19 June 2019

Escapologic: Heistakes (Nottingham)

This is a fun room, but due to how linear it is and the lack of puzzles we probably wouldn’t advise it for large teams, especially if those teams are experienced. It’s definitely a room to give a go though as it is visually impressive.

reviewed by Gord Tagged With: Nottingham, Team of Two

Escapologic: Butcher (Nottingham)

Published: 18 June 2019

Escapologic: 13utcher [Butcher] (Nottingham)

This room is not one for the faint hearted and if you’re of a nervous disposition it’s probably one to avoid. However, if you want a room that it a bit different and will not only challenge your mind but also your bladder control, then give it a go!

reviewed by Gord Tagged With: Horror, Live Actor, Nottingham, Team of Two

Escapologic: Contraption (Nottingham)

Published: 17 June 2019

Escapologic: Contraption (Nottingham)

Like most of the rooms at Escapologic this was a linear room with very strong set design. Don’t get distracted by all the funky items and you should be fine

reviewed by Liz Tagged With: Nottingham, Team of Two

LetsXcape: The Rig (Newark)

Published: 10 June 2019

LetsXcape: The Rig Escape Room (Newark)

You’ll be hard pushed to find a room with a better story, and you definitely won’t find a better setting for a room. This room lived up to it’s impressive venue and is well worth a visit/detour

reviewed by Gord Tagged With: Newark, Team of Two

Escape Rooms: Room 33 (London)

Published: 6 June 2019

Escape Rooms: Room 33 escape room (London)

This room won’t blow you away but if you want a solid room that will give you an hours entertainment, then this is that (added bonus: free sweets!)

reviewed by Gord Tagged With: London, Team of Two

Escapologic: Howitz (Nottingham)

Published: 4 June 2019

Escapologic: Howitz Escape Room (Nottingham)

Howitz is gritty, grimey, dimly lit, and full of jump scares and some really creepy toys, but if I were to give it a rating like a movie, it would receive a PG-13.

reviewed by Liz Tagged With: Nottingham, Team of Two

Escapologic: Curio (Nottingham)

Published: 30 May 2019

Escapologic: Curio Escape Room (Nottingham)

This room delivers something that you probably won’t have seen anywhere else. No spoilers – a fun room with some very impressive room design and definitely one you won’t forget

reviewed by Gord Tagged With: Nottingham, Team of Two

Bewilder Box: Judgement D.A.V.E (Brighton)

Published: 16 May 2019

Bewilder Box: Judgement D.A.V.E escape room

The rooms at The Bewilder Box are more than just escape rooms, they are experiences where everything works together to immerse you in their world. Each time you think you know what to expect they do something different, wonderful, and unexpected.

reviewed by Gord Tagged With: Brighton, Team of Two

Bewilder Box: The Bewilder Box Initiative (Brighton)

Published: 12 May 2019

Bewilder Box: The Bewilder Box Initiative Escape Room (Brighton)

If you’re like us, and putting off a visit to Bewilder Box, stop right now, and find the time to just do it! The Bewilder Box Initiative instantly became a favourite of ours

reviewed by Liz Tagged With: Brighton, Team of Two

Tulleys Escape Rooms: Dodge City (Crawley)

Published: 5 May 2019

Tulleys Escape Rooms: Dodge City (Crawley)

Another beautiful Tulleys room but ultimately let down by reset issues. Give the room a try, but probably wait a while for them to get it running smoothly – we should have waited.

reviewed by Gord Tagged With: Crawley, Tulleys

Chronos One Escape Rooms: Keep Calm! (London)

Published: 28 April 2019

Eltham Escape Rooms: Keep Calm! (London)

Enthusiasts shouldn’t struggle with this room and probably won’t find anything they haven’t seen before in terms of puzzles, but it’s worth doing if for no other reason than the final challenge.

reviewed by Gord Tagged With: London, Team of Two

Escape60: Serial Killer’s Lair (Folkestone)

Published: 28 April 2019

Escape60: Serial Killer’s Lair (Folkestone)

A fun room but generally nothing exciting to reflect on. Probably a good beginners room but enthusiasts will have seen better.

reviewed by Gord Tagged With: Folkestone, Kent, Team of Two

Escape 60: The Compactor (Folkestone)

Published: 26 April 2019

Escape 60: The Compactor (Folkestone)

The compactor had a very industrial feel, and was certainly visually impressive. There were a few surprises here and there, which kept things interesting, but generally it didn’t live up to expectations.

reviewed by Liz Tagged With: Folkestone, Kent, Team of Two

Get Lost Escape Rooms: The Abandoned Cottage (Dover)

Published: 23 April 2019

Get Lost Escape Rooms: The Abandoned Cottage (Dover)

Get Lost Dover currently have three rooms and each is fun in their own way. This was my least favourite of their rooms, but don’t let that fool you, it’s worth doing and does enough to keep you on your toes

reviewed by Gord Tagged With: Dover, Kent, Team of Two

Get Lost Escape Rooms: The World Fair Hotel (Dover)

Published: 18 April 2019

Get Lost Escape Rooms: The World Fair Hotel (Dover)

Have you ever done a room where every puzzle just clicked for you? Like you were in the mind of the room’s designer? That’s exactly what happened for us in this room and we enjoyed every minute of it

reviewed by Gord Tagged With: Dover, Kent, Team of Two

Get Lost Escape Rooms: The Krevokar Programme (Dover)

Published: 15 April 2019

Get Lost Escape Rooms: The Krevokar Programme (Dover)

Our first room at Get Lost Escape Rooms and it set the bar high for the others. This room felt like we were experiencing a Resident Evil in real life. A fun game from start to finish

reviewed by Liz Tagged With: Dover, Horror, Kent, Team of Two

Elusion Rooms: The Pandora Heist (Southampton)

Published: 13 April 2019

Elusion Rooms: The Pandora Heist (Southampton)

This is a fun room with a slightly different twist to most escape rooms. We weren’t a big fan of the format, but like Marmite, you’ll probably love it or hate it

reviewed by Liz Tagged With: Southampton, Team of Two

Escape Plan: Battle For Britain (London)

Published: 12 April 2019

Escape Plan: Battle For Britain (London)

Do you ever put off doing something because you really want to do it but you feel that the expectation may not live up to the hype? That is why it has taken us so long to do Battle for Britain, now I wish we’d done it sooner!

reviewed by Gord Tagged With: London

The MacGuffin Project: The Magician (Bournemouth)

Published: 10 April 2019

The MacGuffin Project: The Magician (Bournemouth)

A short and arguably easy room that should probably be a 45 min experience rather than 60. A pretty average room with above average GMs but a weak ending. We expected more from MacGuffin.

reviewed by Gord Tagged With: Bournemouth, Team of Two

Thinking Outside the Box: Retro (Peterborough)

Published: 9 April 2019

Thinking Outside the Box: Retro (Peterborough)

I loved this room, I really did. Retrogaming memories are my weakness and this room exploited them to the max

reviewed by Gord Tagged With: Peterborough, Team of Two

Thinking Outside the Box: Magician’s Apprentice (Peterborough)

Published: 9 April 2019

Thinking Outside the Box: Magician’s Apprentice Escape Room (Peterborough)

Everything in the room was on theme, and puzzles were logical. This is a fun room, that although perhaps a little ‘home-made’ is still worth the visit

reviewed by Liz Tagged With: Peterborough, Team of Two

Ctrl Alt Esc: Detention (Margate)

Published: 3 April 2019

Ctrl Alt Esc: Detention (Margate)

Detention was beautifully designed, with a good flow, and just simply, good fun, ticking all my boxes for a wonderful room.

reviewed by Liz Tagged With: Kent, Margate, Team of Two

Clever Dilemma: Dracula’s Chamber (Faversham)

Published: 1 April 2019

Clever Dilemma: Dracula’s Chamber (Faversham)

A great room with welcoming hosts and a very good GM. Faversham is beautiful, but this room really makes it worth visiting

reviewed by Gord Tagged With: Faversham, Kent, Team of Two

Escape Peterborough: Contagion (Peterborough)

Published: 27 March 2019

Escape Peterborough: Contagion (Peterborough)

If you’re lucky enough to get a good GM then this is a solid room and one we would happily recommend to enthusiasts

reviewed by Gord Tagged With: Peterborough, Team of Two

Escape Peterborough: Witchcraft & Wizardry (Peterborough)

Published: 27 March 2019

Escape Peterborough: Witchcraft & Wizardry (Peterborough)

If things were running smoothly this is probably an ok room, particularly for children or new players. But if you’re an enthusiast I think you’ll find this room rather lacking and one to avoid.

reviewed by Gord Tagged With: Peterborough, Team of Two

Escape Peterborough: Espionage (Peterborough)

Published: 27 March 2019

Escape Peterborough: Espionage (Peterborough)

While we did escape, it was only just managed, and we were left feeling a bit deflated, due to both the quality of the puzzles and the attentiveness of the GM

reviewed by Gord Tagged With: Peterborough, Team of Two

Trapp’d: Red Rock (Peterborough)

Published: 25 March 2019

Trapp'd: Red Rock (Peterborough)

This room is massive, and while we successfully completed it as a two, this would definitely be well suited to, and fun for, a larger group.

reviewed by Liz Tagged With: Peterborough, Team of Two

Trapp’d: Madame Curio’s Cirque Delirium (Peterborough)

Published: 21 March 2019

Trapp’d: Madame Curio’s Cirque Delirium (Peterborough)

Lacking in backstory this room makes up for it in the excitement it delivers at all points. Easier puzzles but good for all ages (except maybe the really old).

reviewed by Gord Tagged With: Peterborough, Team of Two

clueQuest: CQoriGENES (London)

Published: 17 March 2019

ClueQuest: CQoriGENES

This room has almost everything I look for in an escape room: beautiful set design, clever puzzles, enough narrative to drive the game forward, and just a bit of humour

reviewed by Liz Tagged With: London

Tulleys Escape Rooms: Mutiny (Crawley)

Published: 7 March 2019

Tulleys Escape Rooms: Mutiny (Crawley)

According to Tulleys’ website, this is the easiest of their rooms. I would tend to agree, and think it would be an excellent choice for both enthusiasts and newcomers, alike

reviewed by Liz Tagged With: Crawley, Tulleys

Tulleys Escape Rooms: The Outfitters (Crawley)

Published: 5 March 2019

Tulleys Escape Rooms: The Outfitters

Probably the third best room at Tulleys, strangely we found this one harder than Nethercott Manor despite this being classed as easier by Tulleys

reviewed by Gord Tagged With: Crawley, Tulleys

Incarcerated: Cops and Robbers (Swindon)

Published: 28 February 2019

Incarcerated: Cops and Robbers (Swindon)

If you’re looking for a corporate team building exercise then this is probably a good room. If you’re an enthusiast then it isn’t

reviewed by Gord Tagged With: Swindon

Tulleys Escape Rooms: Nethercott Manor (Crawley)

Published: 26 February 2019

Tulleys Escape Rooms: Nethercott Manor (Crawley)

Tulleys have clearly spent an inordinate amount of both time and money to make this an experience that you are not likely to forget, and it has certainly paid off

reviewed by Liz Tagged With: Crawley, Tulleys

Co-Decode: Professor Dunstan and the Search for the Ancient Statuette (Swindon)

Published: 25 February 2019

Co-decode: Professor Dunstan and the Search for the Ancient Statuette (Swindon)

Don’t wait to be passing by Swindon to do this room. Make it your destination, it’s worth it!

reviewed by Gord Tagged With: Swindon

Ctrl Alt Esc: Frankenscape (Margate)

Published: 20 February 2019

CRTL ALT ESC: Frankenscape (Margate)

We thought their other room ‘Spacescape’ was great – this was better! A solid room with an impressive ending

reviewed by Liz Tagged With: Kent, Margate, Team of Two

The Escapement: Egyptian Exodus (Margate)

Published: 19 February 2019

The Escapement: Egyptian Exodus

The team have clearly put a lot of thought into this experience, and Exodus is one not to be missed.

reviewed by Liz Tagged With: Kent, Margate, Team of Two

Ctrl Alt Esc: Spacescape (Margate)

Published: 18 February 2019

Spacescape: Ctrl Alt Esc Margate

A tech heavy room that has a very impressive ending. One of the many rooms that is worth doing in Margate

reviewed by Gord Tagged With: Kent, Margate, Team of Two

The Escapement: The Pit (Margate)

Published: 17 February 2019

The Pit - The Escapement Margate

Even when you’re receiving the briefing for this room you know it is going to be something special. This isn’t just a 60 minute experience, this is a game changer.

reviewed by Gord Tagged With: Kent, Margate, Team of Two

The Escapement: Pirates of Polaris (Margate)

Published: 16 February 2019

The Escapement: Pirates of Polaris

This room is beautiful, it really is, and when a room uses genuine artifacts there is no doubt you are in for a treat

reviewed by Gord Tagged With: Kent, Margate, Team of Two

Archimedes Inspiration: Project Delta (London)

Published: 1 February 2019

Archimedes Inspiration: Project Delta (London)

AI Escapes are really going for full immersion with Project Delta, and have spent a lot of time to truly bring you into the world

reviewed by Liz Tagged With: London

Mountain Room Escapes: Escape the Cabin (Big Bear)

Published: 23 January 2019

If you’re in Big Bear you should probably get out in nature, but if the weather is bad then this is a great room to do.

reviewed by Gord Tagged With: America, Big Bear, Team of Two

Mountain Room Escapes: Alpine Ski Lodge (Big Bear)

Published: 23 January 2019

A friend had recommended Big Bear as a must-see so we thought this was a good excuse to go.

reviewed by Gord Tagged With: America, Big Bear, Team of Two

Escape Games at the River: The Secret of Dragon’s Spire (Palm Springs)

Published: 22 January 2019

Some great wow moments and so much fun all around. Definitely worth doing!

reviewed by Gord Tagged With: America, Palm Springs, Team of Two

Escape Games at the River: The Forgotten Pharaoh (Palm Springs)

Published: 21 January 2019

The Forgotten Pharaoh, Escape at the River

Although not the best room at this location, it is still the second best room we did in Palm Springs

reviewed by Gord Tagged With: America, Palm Springs, Team of Two

Escape Room Palm Springs: Bank Heist (Palm Springs)

Published: 21 January 2019

Our third and fortunately final room at Escape Palm Springs was ‘Bank Heist’

reviewed by Gord Tagged With: America, Palm Springs, Team of Two

Escape Room Palm Springs: Merlin’s Magic School (Palm Springs)

Published: 21 January 2019

A room that tries to hard to be special and has a very strange GM setup. I’m not sure this room ever had any ‘magic’

reviewed by Gord Tagged With: America, Palm Springs, Team of Two

Escape Room Palm Springs: Titanic (Palm Springs)

Published: 21 January 2019

‘Titanic’ where you have to find the last hidden life boat before the ship goes down.

reviewed by Gord Tagged With: America, Palm Springs, Team of Two

Stash House (Los Angeles)

Published: 20 January 2019

Everything just works in the way it is meant to and you find yourself just moving from one puzzle to the next without a care in the world.

reviewed by Gord Tagged With: America, Los Angeles

QuestRoom: Red Giant (Los Angeles)

Published: 20 January 2019

QuestRoom: Red Giant (Los Angeles)

If Red Giant is anything to go by, the company may well be setting the standard for the future of escape rooms.

reviewed by Liz Tagged With: America, Los Angeles, Team of Two

Hatch Escapes: Lab Rat (Los Angeles)

Published: 20 January 2019

If you’re in Los Angeles and there is a room that has been ranked number eight in the world then really it would be rude not to try it out.

reviewed by Gord Tagged With: America, Los Angeles, Team of Two

Mission Escapes: Escape the Hideout (Los Angeles)

Published: 18 January 2019

Just around the corner from Disneyland is Mission Escapes, and what better than to do an escape room after Disney closes?

reviewed by Gord Tagged With: America, Los Angeles

Escapade Games: Zoe (Los Angeles)

Published: 17 January 2019

We heard this was the scariest room in LA, we discussed if this was actually something we wanted to do. I’m glad we did

reviewed by Liz Tagged With: America, Live Actor, Los Angeles, Team of Two

Epsom Escapes: Challenge Chambers (London)

Published: 12 January 2019

Epsom Escapes: Challenge Chambers

Every single puzzle involved a padlock in one way or another, I don’t mind a good padlock but this took that to the extreme

reviewed by Gord Tagged With: London

Omescape: The Penitentiary (London)

Published: 9 January 2019

Omescape - The Penitentiary

Despite this room being a little creepy, it is in no way scary so I wouldn’t let that put you off.

reviewed by Gord Tagged With: London

The Panic Room: Defective Detective (Gravesend)

Published: 6 January 2019

The Panic Room: Defective Detective (Gravesend)

This room didn’t feel up to the same level as the other Panic Room rooms, and although it was fun, we left feeling a bit flat

reviewed by Gord Tagged With: Gravesend, Kent, Team of Two, The Panic Room

The Panic Room: The Sacrifice (Gravesend)

Published: 6 January 2019

The Panic Room: The Sacrifice (Gravesend)

A great introductory room for inexperienced players, or a nice little warm-up / cool-down after a long weekend of full length escape rooms.

reviewed by Gord Tagged With: Gravesend, Kent, Team of Two, The Panic Room

The Panic Room: Prison Van (Gravesend)

Published: 5 January 2019

The Panic Room: Prison Van (Gravesend)

For our final room of the day, we found ourselves back at The Panic Room’s Gravesham Market location, but this time outside, in a prison van!

reviewed by Liz Tagged With: Gravesend, Kent, Team of Two, The Panic Room

The Panic Room: Wizard Of Oz (Gravesend)

Published: 5 January 2019

The Panic Room: Wizard Of Oz (Gravesend)

Don’t be fooled by the theme, this room will give both families and enthusiasts entertainment, and is challenging enough for both.

reviewed by Gord Tagged With: Gravesend, Kent, Team of Two, The Panic Room

The Panic Room: The Dollhouse (Gravesend)

Published: 5 January 2019

 The Panic Room: The Dollhouse (Gravesend)

Although this room is creepy, and it certainly is creepy, I wouldn’t really call it a scary room and it is definitely fun

reviewed by Gord Tagged With: Gravesend, Kent, Team of Two, The Panic Room

The Panic Room: Old Father Time (Gravesend)

Published: 5 January 2019

The Panic Room: Old Father Time (Gravesend)

Of the rooms that we completed at The Panic Room, this was (in my opinion) the most beautifully designed room

reviewed by Liz Tagged With: Gravesend, Kent, Team of Two, The Panic Room

The Panic Room: Mind Pod (Gravesend)

Published: 5 January 2019

The Panic Room: Mind Pod (Gravesend)

£5 per team 10 minutes of your life = a wonderfully relaxing alternative to a traditional escape room.

reviewed by Gord Tagged With: Gravesend, Kent, Team of Two, The Panic Room

The Panic Room: Enigma (Gravesend)

Published: 5 January 2019

The Panic Room: Enigma (Gravesend)

While Enigma is lacking the WOW-factor of other rooms at The Panic Room, it is still a solid, and enjoyable room

reviewed by Liz Tagged With: Gravesend, Kent, Team of Two, The Panic Room

The Panic Room: Loop (Gravesend)

Published: 5 January 2019

The Panic Room: Loop (Gravesend)

What a room! This room is not just a must-do room in Gravesend, but definitely one of the top rooms in the country.

reviewed by Gord Tagged With: Gravesend, Kent, Team of Two, The Panic Room

The Panic Room: The Don (Gravesend)

Published: 5 January 2019

The Panic Room: The Don (Gravesend)

A solid room, which enthusiasts and new players alike will enjoy. A lot to do for a team of two, but plenty of space for larger teams

reviewed by Liz Tagged With: Gravesend, Kent, Team of Two, The Panic Room

The Panic Room: Secret Of Pocahontas (Gravesend)

Published: 5 January 2019

The Panic Room: Secret Of Pocahontas (Gravesend)

Although not the most advanced or impressive room in The Panic Room’s arsenal it’s still a solid room and one that’s definitely worth doing.

reviewed by Gord Tagged With: Gravesend, Kent, Team of Two, The Panic Room

The Panic Room: Dino Land (Gravesend)

Published: 4 January 2019

The Panic Room: Dino Land (Margate)

Dino Land was the perfect way to kick off an entire weekend of escapes, and lived up to all of my childhood dreams of visiting Jurassic Park.

reviewed by Liz Tagged With: Gravesend, Kent, Live Actor, Team of Two, The Panic Room

Operation Escape: WW2 Scoop of the Century (London)

Published: 30 December 2018

If Operation Escape start taking feedback on board then I think they could have a chance at survival in an already tough market, if they don’t then I fear they won’t be around for much longer.

reviewed by Gord Tagged With: London

Lock and Code: The Alchemy Enigma (Weston-Super-Mare)

Published: 23 December 2018

Lock and Code: The Alchemy Enigma (Weston-Super-Mare)

The hardest part of this room was quite possibly the searching. Just when I thought we had looked at everything, we would discover a prop that hadn’t been used before and discover yet another piece of a puzzle or a key

reviewed by Liz Tagged With: Team of Two, Weston-Super-Mare

Lock and Code: The Night before Christmas (Weston-Super-Mare)

Published: 23 December 2018

Lock and Code: The Night before Christmas (Weston)

We were on for a record time, then we encountered a puzzle we couldn’t solve, but apparently kids can!

reviewed by Gord Tagged With: Christmas, Team of Two, Weston-Super-Mare

Lock and Code: The League of Superheroes (Weston-Super-Mare)

Published: 23 December 2018

Lock and Code: The League of Superheroes

A fun room that is perhaps past its prime and they need to do some maintenance to get it running as it should.

reviewed by Gord Tagged With: Weston-Super-Mare

Lock and Code: Breakout (Weston-Super-Mare)

Published: 23 December 2018

Lock and Code: Breakout

This was a really enjoyable room, a little bit rough around the edges in places but had a good mixture of finding things and solving things.

reviewed by Gord Tagged With: Weston-Super-Mare

Puzzlair: The Cold War Catch (Yeovil)

Published: 22 December 2018

If you like more traditional rooms, or want an introduction to escape rooms then this is a good room to go for. We didn’t rate their other room in Yeovil but this one was the standout winner of the day.

reviewed by Gord Tagged With: Yeovil

Puzzlair: The Lost Artworks (Yeovil)

Published: 22 December 2018

This room is probably a love/hate type of room and I’m sure some people will love in. In fact looking at TripAdvisor you can see that many people do, but for us it is one that we’d advise our friends to avoid.

reviewed by Gord Tagged With: Team of Two, Yeovil

Mostly Harmless Games: Phobos-17 (London)

Published: 18 December 2018

I saw that Phobos-17 was closing down at the end of the year and as it had such positive reviews we just had to fit it in before it went, so we did.

reviewed by Gord Tagged With: London

clueQuest: Operation Blacksheep (London)

Published: 17 December 2018

Operation Blacksheep - ClueQuest

A slick operation with a solid room and good story to follow. Not cheap, but worth it.

reviewed by Gord Tagged With: London

XScream Escapes: Satan’s Grotto (Ashford)

Published: 16 December 2018

XScream Escapes: Satan’s Grotto (Ashford)

This 45 minute room shouldn’t be a hard, but for us it was. If you’re looking for a slightly different Christmas room then this one is a lot of fun.

reviewed by Gord Tagged With: Ashford (Mx), Christmas

XScream Escapes: The Corpsewood Killer (Ashford)

Published: 16 December 2018

XScream Escapes: The Corpsewood Killer (Ashford)

This was a really enjoyable room, but no real wow factors for me. It isn’t particularly scary, just a bit dark

reviewed by Liz Tagged With: Ashford (Mx)

XScream Escapes: Bedlam: Escape the Asylum (Ashford)

Published: 16 December 2018

XScream Escapes: Bedlam: Escape the Asylum (Ashford)

With a background in Thorpe Park Fright Nights you’d expect this to be a scary room, it isn’t. It’s creepy but I wouldn’t class this as a scare room (or it wasn’t when we did it)

reviewed by Gord Tagged With: Ashford (Mx)

Clue Adventures: 2 Tickets 2 Ride (London)

Published: 29 November 2018

What this room lacks in space it makes up for in fun. As soon as you’re in you’re working on puzzles, then you’re on the tube with more puzzles, then you’re off the tube with more puzzles, and just when you think you are done and home free, there’s another puzzles!

reviewed by Gord Tagged With: London, Team of Two

Do Stuff Escape Games: Pie & Mash Shop (London)

Published: 27 November 2018

Do Stuff Escape Games: Pie & Mash Shop (London)

A fun room, and one that may be a little easy for enthusiasts, a good challenge for beginners, but a great room to do regardless.

reviewed by Gord Tagged With: London

Clue HQ Kingston: The Experiments (London)

Published: 10 November 2018

ClueHQ Kingston, The Experiments

A mediocre room let down even more by a terrible GM.

reviewed by Gord Tagged With: London

Omescape: The Joker (London)

Published: 8 November 2018

Omescape: The Joker

Our first experience with Omescape and turning up at this dodgy looking building just north of King’s Cross did nothing to put our nerves at ease, entering the waiting room did even less for that!

reviewed by Gord Tagged With: London

Adventure Rooms Cardiff: The Black Queen (Cardiff)

Published: 8 October 2018

Adventure Rooms Cardiff: The Black Queen

Credit to Adventure Rooms Cardiff for trying to introduce different technology in the room, it is a great room and definitely one to do if you’re in Cardiff.

reviewed by Gord Tagged With: Cardiff

Escape Rooms Cardiff: Z Room [BETA TEST]

Published: 4 October 2018

Escape Rooms Cardiff: Z Room Escape Room

If this beta test was anything to go by then this is going to be a hard room but good room. Very different to the other rooms we did in Cardiff

reviewed by Gord Tagged With: Cardiff

Escape Reality: Fibonacci (Cardiff)

Published: 4 October 2018

Escape Reality: Fibonacci (Cardiff)

A decent but linear room that was challenging in all the right places, unfortunately let down by a terrible clue system

reviewed by Liz Tagged With: Cardiff

Breakout Cardiff: Vacancy (Cardiff)

Published: 4 October 2018

Break Out Cardiff: Vacancy (Cardiff)

Not a bad room and there are definitely better in Cardiff, but if you need a room to do then this is a decent contender

reviewed by Gord Tagged With: Cardiff

Escape Rooms Cardiff: The Tomb

Published: 4 October 2018

Escape Rooms Cardiff: The Tomb

A well designed room with puzzles arguably on the easier side. Probably good for beginners or anyone you want to get addicted to escape rooms

reviewed by Gord Tagged With: Cardiff

Escape Reality: Alcatraz (Cardiff)

Published: 4 October 2018

Escape Reality Cardiff: Alcatraz (Cardiff)

A hard room for inexperienced teams who aren’t confident on their communication, and annoying for experienced teams who like good rooms

reviewed by Gord Tagged With: Cardiff

Escape Rooms Cardiff: The Heist (Cardiff)

Published: 4 October 2018

Escape Rooms Cardiff: The Heist

A solid room but make sure you are comfortable working as a split team and are happy with your communication skills

reviewed by Gord Tagged With: Cardiff

City Mazes: Subject 11 (Bristol)

Published: 1 October 2018

As mentioned, the room was visually appealing, but some of the immersion was lost when the technology failed.

reviewed by Liz Tagged With: Bristol

City Mazes: The Runner (Bristol)

Published: 1 October 2018

Despite being billed as one of the company’s more challenging rooms, we breezed through this room as a team of four, obliterating the current record and topping the leaderboard.

reviewed by Liz Tagged With: Bristol

Clue Adventures: The Book of Secrets (London)

Published: 27 September 2018

Clue Adventures: The Book of Secrets (London)

Despite the sheer volume of puzzles, I wouldn’t hesitate to recommend this game to newbies, provided they have a larger team. For enthusiasts, it’s a solid room and a good choice if you like a plethora of puzzles.

reviewed by Liz Tagged With: London

Knockout Escape Rooms: Mad Scientist (Reading)

Published: 8 September 2018

Knockout Escape Rooms: Mad Scientist (Reading)

This room is light on backstory, but you definitely leave the outside world and become absorbed in your puzzle solving. At times a challenging room, but always fun

reviewed by Liz Tagged With: Reading

Escape Rooms Durham: Lab Heist (Durham)

Published: 31 August 2018

Escape Rooms Durham: Lab Heist

There isn’t much to this room and it’s very much what-you-see-is-what-you-get but we found there was enough in there to keep us occupied

reviewed by Gord Tagged With: Durham

The Escape Key: Armageddon (Newcastle)

Published: 27 August 2018

The Escape Key: Armageddon (Newcastle)

A strong room with impressive set design and puzzles we’ve not seen anywhere else.

reviewed by Gord Tagged With: Newcastle

Escape Key: Plague (Newcastle)

Published: 27 August 2018

Escape Key: Plague (Newcastle)

I was expecting something that was more of an escape room combined with a history lesson. This was not that, but it was still good fun, although we did definitely start to feel the pressure towards the end!

reviewed by Liz Tagged With: Newcastle, Team of Two

Knockout Escape Rooms: Prison Break (Reading)

Published: 28 July 2018

Knockout Escape Rooms: Prison Break (Twyford)

The area this room stood out on was not the puzzles, but the set design. They did a good job of avoiding the readily done ‘split-start’ system and have made a truly enjoyable game.

reviewed by Gord Tagged With: Reading

Bust Out 360: Taken (Slough)

Published: 23 June 2018

Bustout 360: Taken

It’s easy to be the best room in Slough when you’re the only room in Slough, but it’s still close.

reviewed by Gord Tagged With: Slough

Do Stuff Escape Games: Hostage Hideout (London)

Published: 16 March 2018

Do Stuff Escape Games: Hostage Hideout (London)

This was a fun room and although basic at times it still has enough to keep you going, although I wouldn’t recommend playing with a large group

reviewed by Gord Tagged With: London

Escape from the Room: The Curse of Old Maid Milly (Cheam)

Published: 28 January 2018

Escape from the Room: The Curse of Old Maid Milly (Cheam)

For an enthusiast built room it is really rather good. OK, it isn’t as polished around the edges as some big money rooms but it works and is definitely still fun and worth doing.

reviewed by Gord Tagged With: London

Paradox Parlours: The Case of the Missing Gun

Published: 7 January 2018

Guildford Escape Rooms: The Case of the Missing Gun

A small room that has enough to keep you going and somehow still manages to surprise you.

reviewed by Gord Tagged With: Guildford

The Great Escape Game: Submerged (Sheffield)

Published: 9 December 2017

If you’re looking for a room that does something a bit different then this is the one, it forces you to rely on communication between each other and without it you will go down with the ship.

reviewed by Gord Tagged With: Sheffield

Escape from the Room: The Cabin in the Woods (Cheam)

Published: 26 November 2017

Escape from the Room: The Cabin in the Woods (Cheam)

This room really has so much to keep you going, and such variety that there is no chance you’ll get bored. I really would have no hesitation in recommending this room to enthusiasts and beginners.

reviewed by Gord Tagged With: London

Mystery Cube (London)

Published: 19 May 2017

Mystery Cube (London)

Only a 15 minute walk from the Underground, on the Northern Line, and there is no way to describe it other than “Fun.” Do it. You won’t regret it.

reviewed by Liz Tagged With: London

Handmade Mysteries: Poppa Plock’s Wonky Workshop (London)

Published: 30 April 2017

Handmade Mysteries: Poppa Plock's Wonky Workshop (London)

Handmade Mysteries seem to take a dose of escape room and a pinch of theatre and blend them together to create something truly delectable.

reviewed by Gord Tagged With: London

Lock’d: Perpetuum Mobile (London)

Published: 13 February 2016

This room had promise, it really did but it failed in some key areas that really let it down and means we have no desire of going back and doing any more rooms at Lock’d. 

reviewed by Gord Tagged With: London

Handmade Mysteries: Lady Chastity’s Reserve (London)

Published: 30 January 2016

Handmade Mysteries: Lady Chastity's Reserve

How can you fit so much fun into such a small space?! A great in character GM and a bottle of wine to boot, made this room a winner for us!

reviewed by Gord Tagged With: London

Secret Studio: Escape in Time! (London)

Published: 8 November 2015

Secret Studio: Escape in Time! (London)

It’s true what they say, you never forget your first, and fortunately for us that was ‘Escape in time’. A really solid game with some very memorable moments.

reviewed by Gord Tagged With: London

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